Safety Advisor
- Posted 07 July 2025
- Salary140K - 170K
- Location
- Job type Permanent
- Sectors CGC CoverConstruction
- Reference3942228
Job description
About the Builder
- Join a leading Australian construction and engineering group with a strong regional footprint. Known for delivering high-quality infrastructure, building, and development projects across a range of sectors (Education, Government and Residential)
- With a strong presence in Northern NSW, they offer long-term career stability, diverse project exposure, and a supportive team culture backed by over 50 years of industry experience.
- Be part of a business that values innovation, safety, and regional impact.
- Working under senior management from the Newcastle Office you will oversee one maybe two projects in the Lismore region valued at $40M - $50M
- The position will suit someone with construction experience that is looking to reside full time in the Byron / Lismore region
- Salary will be in line with market trends and offer a 5 day working week
- Ensure all site operations comply with HSE regulations and project-specific safety and environmental plans
- Deliver site inductions and conduct daily safety walks and weekly inspections
- Engage with workers and management to ensure clear safety communication and issue resolution
- Monitor SWMS compliance and complete regular task observations
- Conduct weekly risk forecasts and maintain up-to-date project risk assessments
- Support subcontractors and internal teams with hazard identification and supervision standards
- Identify and coordinate training needs to ensure safe work practices
- Lead or contribute to incident investigations and reporting
- Cert IV or Diploma in WHS (or higher); trade background highly regarded
- Experience with Hammertech and other safety management platforms
- Strong knowledge of plant safety, construction methodologies and workplace legislation
- Proficient with MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- ICAM Lead Investigator certification is a bonus
- Experience in safety auditing, with a sound understanding of construction IR