Senior Safety Advisor
Core
Senior Safety Advisor providing active, on-site HSE advisory support, leading inspections, and coaching frontline workers on safe work practices for a major commercial construction project.
Role type
Senior Safety Advisor (Construction)
Builds
Major commercial construction projects (stadium, civic, large-scale)
Domain
Construction / Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
Required skills
Incident investigation, root cause analysis, hazard identification, risk assessment, SWMS reviews, toolbox talks, safety culture development, regulatory compliance, stakeholder influence
Preferred skills
Experience in complex multi-trade environments, Diploma of WHS or higher, state-based tickets and licences
Technologies
SWMS, HSMS
Responsibilities
Providing active, on-site HSE advisory support to site management, supervisors, and subcontractor teams; Leading and participating in site inspections, hazard identification, risk assessments, and SWMS reviews; Coaching and influencing frontline workers and subcontractors on safe work practice; Investigating incidents, near-misses, and hazard reports; Supporting HSMS implementation and ensuring project compliance; Driving toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, and safety engagement sessions; Maintaining accurate safety records, registers, and reporting requirements.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC