Safety Advisor

Melbourne, VIC, AU, 3000**About North Western Program Alliance**:
North Western Program Alliance (NWPA) consists of three Alliance partners - John Holland, KBR and MTM and the client (LXRP), working together as one team to achieve shared goals.

NWPA has a proven track record with the successful delivery of four level crossing removal projects, several premium stations and three projects currently in delivery phase.

We’re proud to make a real difference to the lives of people on our program of works and in the communities in which we operate. Our values are Excellence, Empowerment, Creativity and Care.

We are currently looking for an experienced **Safety Advisor** to join us, based at the Melton site office.

**About the Role**:
Whilst you will be initially based on the North Western Program Alliance at the Preston project, this is a long-term career opportunity with John Holland.

As a **Safety Advisor**, you will be required to monitor and support the safety function under general supervision and coordinate safety practices, systems and procedures on the project.

**Responsibilities of the role include;**:

- Monitor compliance with the safety systems and procedures within the workplace and provide operational support to the project management team.
- Research and assist with the development of safety policies specific to the project.
- Administer safety programs for project employees.
- Assist with workers compensation claims and rehabilitation processes.
- Assist with conducting incident and accident investigations that may require litigation.
- Conduct routine safety inspections and monitoring work areas.
- Establish positive working relationships with project personnel and raise awareness of safety risks.
- Assist in the development of communications tools and records for all project safety meetings
- Prepare and maintain reports and documentation concerning the aspects of project safety programs.
- Monitor and evaluate the project safety programs for value and effectiveness.
- Maintain knowledge of applicable legislative requirements including government regulations, standards, and policies.
- Maintain professional relationships with regulatory bodies and clients to foster the professional image of John Holland
- Evaluate, investigate and gather information that will address inadequacies concerning safety matters
- Review specific high risk planned works to be undertaken to ensure compliance with the method of work.
- Order appropriate stocks of PPE as directed
- Support the communication of SQE requirements to the project
- Perform all duties in accordance with John Holland policies, processes, systems and procedures

**To be successful in this role, you will have;**:

- Diploma of Work Health and Safety or equivalent
- Safety Lead Audit qualification
- 2-3+ years’ construction safety management experience in civil or rail preferred, but not essential
- Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative risk assessment and monitoring of risk controls
- Experience monitoring, reviewing and reporting on performance, compliance and defects
- Strong English written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to form long-term relationships with internal and external stakeholders

**What you'll get in return;**:

- Join one of Australia’s leading Alliance’s to deliver critical Projects that make a real difference to the lives of people on our program of works and in the communities in which we operate
- Work with and learn from leading industry experts to develop and progress your career
- Deliver innovative, unique and award-winning Projects you’re proud to say “I helped build that”
- A driven and supportive culture that truly lives the NWPA values Care, Excellence, Creativity and Empowerment
- Monthly Reward & Recognition Awards to recognise outstanding employee and team achievements
- Alliance annual ‘A Great Day’ event
- Access to WHEREFIT, a partnership between John Holland and over 400 gyms and fitness studios, to receive exclusive corporate discounts of up to 50% off
- John Holland’s flexible working arrangements. Be part of #HowWeFlex

**As part of the team, you help us deliver on our promise to transform lives.**:
We’ll do all we can to help you develop your skills, and make a difference, right from the start. We have a flexible workplace and focus on all aspects of your physical and mental health and safety. We want you to be with us for the long-term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority.