Safety Advisor

Job Description - Safety Advisor (263320)

HumeLink West Project

Two CIMIC Group companies, UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the 130km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project. HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia's eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia's largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.

The HumeLink West scope of work, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning ~140 kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugada, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Safety Advisor for the HumeLink project. This is a site-based position in Wagga Wagga, with DIDO, FIFO or relocation options available.

Key Accountabilities

1. Experience providing advice and support to the team onsite
2. Implementation and compliance of the health and safety management plan
3. Conduct & Lead investigations
4. Maintain and report safety performance statistics
5. Review project incident reports for investigation and recommended actions
6. Understand and stay current in leading HSE practices, legislation, regulations, and obligations and bring new and innovative ideas to UGL
7. Provide assistance to Leadership and workers in risk identification and job hazard analysis
8. Monitor, review and mentor safety compliance through assurance activities, inspections and observations of the workplace

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Minimum 5+ years experience within a similar role in an industrial/construction environment
2. Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent relevant qualification
3. Lead Auditor qualifications in ISO 9000, 14000, 45001 (desirable)
4. ICAM Lead Investigator
5. Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (desirable)

About You

The successful candidate will be required to hold a current Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card or equivalent) and undergo a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) prior to commencement. Where applicable, evidence of tertiary qualifications and proof of right to work will be required prior to successful appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

We're always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:

1. A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
2. Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
3. Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
4. Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.

Please note: This role is being sourced through UGL and CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.

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Work Type

Full-time

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