HSE Advisor

HSE Advisor (Construction)

Bring safety to the frontline of major commercial construction projects. We’re looking for a proactive HSE Advisor who can influence teams, lift site standards and keep projects moving safely. If you’re confident on site, strong with stakeholders and ready to make a visible impact across fast-paced builds, this is your chance to step into a hands-on role where your expertise genuinely matters.

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced HSE Advisor to support the safe delivery of commercial construction projects. Reporting to the Construction Manager – Site Operations, you will play a key role in implementing and overseeing our Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management System on-site, ensuring compliance with WHS and environmental legislation and driving a strong safety culture.

This is a hands-on, site-based position where you’ll work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and regulatory bodies to proactively identify risks and maintain a safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Site HSE Management

• Implement and manage the HSE Management System across assigned projects
• Identify, assess and control safety and environmental risks
• Ensure compliance with WHS legislation and company procedures
• Participate in project handovers and provide HSE input throughout the project lifecycle

Systems, Compliance & Administration

• Maintain HSE documentation and systems (e.g., Procore, Breadcrumb)
• Review and approve SWMS, conduct site inductions, and manage permits to work
• Monitor subcontractor compliance and site safety performance

Incident & Emergency Management

• Manage incidents in line with company procedures and regulatory requirements
• Provide first aid and support incident investigations
• Coordinate emergency preparedness and drills

Inspection, Audit & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct regular site inspections and audits
• Track and close out non-conformances within required timeframes
• Support internal and external audits

Engagement & Communication

• Lead toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, and HSE committee sessions
• Promote consultation and proactive hazard identification
• Liaise with regulatory authorities (e.g., WorkSafe, EPA) where required

Site Operations Support

• Ensure site amenities and safety controls meet required standards
• Support traffic management, site housekeeping, and site safety planning
• Monitor hazardous substances, electrical safety, and plant compliance

About You

Qualifications & Certifications

• Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (minimum)
• Construction White Card
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Additional qualifications (highly regarded): Diploma WHS, Cert IV TAE, auditing certification, trade background

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar HSE role, must have onsite construction experience 
• Strong experience within commercial or industrial construction
• Experience using HSE management systems (e.g., Procore, Breadcrumb) or similar systems 

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of WHS and environmental legislation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to influence safety behaviours and drive a positive safety culture
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and time management skills
• Confident working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments

Additional Requirements

• Current driver’s licence
• Ability to travel between sites if required
• High level of professionalism and presentation

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative and safety-focused construction team
• Work on diverse and challenging commercial projects
• Opportunity to influence and shape strong safety practices on-site
• Ongoing professional development and training support

Apply Now

If you’re a proactive HSE professional passionate about keeping people safe and driving continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Please note, this role is being managed internally, and we are not accepting agency submissions.