Safety Advisor

21 July 2025

Melbourne Full Time

Melbourne is Australia’s fastest growing city - a city that is becoming increasingly reliant on public transport networks. Since 2009, Metro proudly continues to operate and maintain a world-class train service and network through to delivering significant transport projects that will shape how Melbourne moves. We are one team, helping to connect and shape a better Melbourne.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Safety Advisor promotes the delivery of the corporate Safety Management System and Improvement Plans by advising teams and operational managers on safety activities.

A key element of this role will be to provide dedicated support and advice to personnel to ensure thorough understanding and consistent implementation of the Safety Management System (SMS), including Metro’s safety objectives, performance targets, policies, and procedures.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity based at 700 - Collins Street.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the development and review of corporate SMS documentation through consultation with internal and external stakeholders, this may include running workshops, workgroups, change management processes and risk assessments.
- Maintain existing Standards, Procedures, Guidelines and Forms in line with best practice and legislation.
- Develop and implement training, initiatives or programs to promote WHS or as required
- Implement, manage and coordinate safety culture initiatives such as the Pulse Safety Survey
- Provide corporate governance through assurance activities (audits and inspections) across all elements of the SMS.
- Undertake quality assessments and reviews of investigations for corporate reviews monthly and annually in accordance with the SMS.
- Provide advice to the coordinator and provider of the Metro Drug and Alcohol Program and ensure reporting requirements are met.

ABOUT YOU
- Qualified Lead Investigator (ICAM Preferred)
- Qualified Internal Auditor ISO9001:2008
- Tertiary qualification in Health, Safety, Risk Management or Business Management or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Act (2004), Regulations, Compliance Codes and Australian Standards
- Knowledge of Rail Safety National Law Act 2012 and Rail Safety National Law Regulations 2012, Dangerous Goods Act (1985)
- Experience in managing psychosocial hazards desirable
- Qualification in or experience with Occupational Hygiene desirable
- Advanced working knowledge of safety (OH&S) management systems
- Certificate IV in Training & development desirable
- Knowledge of Emergency Management Act (1992) desirable

WHY WORK AT METRO?
- Work for a multi-award-winning rail operator with rewarding career opportunities that provide you with the support and training to take your career to the next level
- Be part of an inclusive, diverse, and supportive company made up of various backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.
- Work-life balance options including flexible working arrangements, 14 weeks paid parental leave, and purchasing up to 4 weeks of additional leave per year.
- All eligible Metro employees receive a free Myki Pass that allows free Public Transport in Victoria.
- Access to a wide range of corporate discounts including healthcare, fitness, finance

NEXT STEPS

If this role resonates with your values, experience, and career needs, then come join us and help connect people and places for a growing Melbourne

Don’t meet every single requirement? As an inclusive and diverse workplace, we encourage all applicants to apply.

NEXT STEPS

If this role resonates with your values, experience, and career needs, then come join us and help connect people and places for a growing Melbourne

Metro’s commitment to an inclusive workforce

At Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM), we recognise that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace are vital to our mission and success and will lead us to being a world class rail network. In today’s interconnected and multicultural world, our ability to understand, appreciate, and leverage the unique perspectives of our employees, passengers, partners, and the community is essential for driving innovation and achieving sustainable growth.