Safety Trainee

About BMD

BMD is Australia’s leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business, with foundations built on the family values that underpin our unique, collaborative approach.

Driven by a purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies through a commitment to collaboration, BMD is delivering infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities. With a proud history beginning in 1979, BMD now employs 2,400 people throughout Australia, the Philippines and United Kingdom.

About The Role

We are offering a unique opportunity for a Safety Trainee / Graduate to join BMD and gain valuable hands-on experience working on a major renewable energy project. Whether you're commencing your career or have recently completed a relevant qualification, you'll be supported by experienced Health and Safety professionals while developing practical skills in construction safety management.

For trainees, BMD will support your studies towards a Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (or similar qualification) while you earn a competitive salary and gain real-world experience on site. This role combines structured learning, mentoring and on-the-job development, creating a pathway towards future Safety Advisor and Health & Safety leadership opportunities.

Key Accountabilities

Support the implementation and maintenance of project health and safety management systemsAssist with site inspections, audits, risk assessments and safety observationsParticipate in toolbox talks, safety meetings and site safety walksAssist with incident reporting, investigations and corrective action trackingMaintain safety documentation, records and reporting requirementsSupport project compliance with WHS legislation, standards and company proceduresPromote a positive safety culture and encourage proactive safety behaviours across the workforceLearn and develop a strong understanding of construction and renewable energy safety practices

The Successful Candidate Will Be a Self‑starter With

Looking to commence a career in health and safety through a traineeship pathwayA recent graduate with a qualification in Work Health and Safety, Occupational Health and Safety or a related disciplinePassionate about creating safe workplaces and supporting positive outcomes for peopleA proactive, observant and detail-oriented individualA confident communicator who can engage with a diverse site-based workforceMotivated to learn and develop within a dynamic construction environmentAble to travel to site daily and reside within reasonable commuting distance of Palmer Wind Farm (Under 1 Hour Commute)Candidates who have recently completed a Certificate IV OHS or studying a Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety highly desired

Diversity and inclusion

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.

So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies.

We’re a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven. For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to https://www.bmdgroup.global/careers