Health Safety Environment Advisor

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia The Civil People Full time

The Perks

  • Meaningful Work:
    Drive safety and environmental excellence on a landmark civil project
  • Reward for Impact:
    Competitive salary, annual bonus, and long-term security with a respected Australian business
  • Strong Safety Culture:
    Join a team that values accountability, collaboration, and improvement
  • Growth Opportunity:
    Work with experienced leaders and grow your skills across major projects

The Business

This Australian business delivers large-scale infrastructure and land-use projects that balance progress with sustainability. Their work spans land transformation, materials reuse, and environmental enhancement, helping create spaces that serve both community and industry. Known for their long-term approach and people-first culture, they offer genuine opportunities to grow within a stable, values-driven team.

The Gig

Step into a key
HSE Advisor
role supporting safety and environmental performance across a large infrastructure project. Reporting to the Delivery Manager and collaborating with engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors, you'll play a hands-on role ensuring health, safety, and environmental compliance across multiple work fronts.

From hazard identification and incident investigation to system improvements and cultural engagement, you'll be central to driving a proactive safety culture on site, protecting people, reducing risk, and strengthening sustainable practices.

You will be trusted with:

  • Conducting daily and weekly site inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance
  • Supporting and refining the HSE Management System, processes, and documentation
  • Undertaking and reviewing task-based risk assessments and high-risk work permits
  • Investigating incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts, and driving corrective actions
  • Leading daily pre-starts, toolbox talks, site inductions, and safety briefings
  • Assisting in the development and implementation of Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
  • Promoting awareness of environmental controls, erosion, dust suppression, and site cleanliness
  • Developing and communicating Emergency Response Plans and First Aid readiness
  • Monitoring subcontractor compliance and assisting with site audits
  • Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to raise safety culture and performance
  • Preparing safety reports and trend analysis for project management
  • Acting as a point of contact for on-site health, safety, and environmental queries

What's In Your Toolbox?

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in an HSE role within the civil or construction industry
  • Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (or higher)
  • Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, risk management, and incident reporting
  • Experience managing or contributing to HSE systems on active civil construction sites
  • Confident communicator who engages teams and builds a strong safety culture
  • White Card and current Driver's Licence

You're the kind of person who thrives on site, confident, calm, and always thinking two steps ahead
. You take ownership of safety, lead by example, and know how to connect with crews to get the best results. Your communication skills and practical know-how make you a key part of every project's success.

Ready to throw your hard hat in the ring?

Dig the gig you're in - Apply today or get in touch with us for a confidential discussion.

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