Senior Safety Advisor

About BMD

BMD is Australia’s leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. As the largest privately owned civil contractor in Australia, BMD is at the forefront of excellence, with a growing international footprint extending to the Philippines and the United Kingdom.

Driven by a purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies, we deliver complex infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities. For over 45 years, our diverse portfolio of projects and roles provides exceptional opportunities for our people to grow and make a lasting impact. As part of our team, you’ll help deliver challenging projects, supported by leadership within an inclusive people-first culture.

About the role 

The SkyWay Joint Venture (BMD & CPB Contractors) is delivering the Perth New Runway Project, a major infrastructure initiative involving construction of a new 3,000m runway and associated taxiway infrastructure. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-profile aviation project within a collaborative joint venture environment. As the Senior Safety Advisor you will provide visible leadership and operational direction to drive health & safety performance across the project. You will work closely with the HSE Manager, client representatives and delivery teams to embed best practice safety systems and foster a proactive safety culture.

Key responsibilities

• Support the implementation of safety, environmental and quality systems across project sites
• Work closely with project and construction teams to provide guidance on safety requirements and best practices
• Act as a key point of contact for safety, environmental and quality matters on site
• Conduct site audits and inspections, identifying opportunities for improvement
• Assist in analysing audit findings and supporting system improvements
• Prepare reports and documentation for project teams and senior management
• Support the delivery of safety training and education initiatives
• Assist in preparing work method statements, project plans, and inspection and test plans
• Contribute to continuous improvement of safety systems and processes

About you 

• Relevant qualification in Work Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field (or working towards)
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with site-based teams
• Ability to build relationships and influence positive safety behaviours
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills
• Proactive approach with a willingness to learn and get involved on site
• Understanding of safety regulations and compliance requirements (desirable)
• Flexibility to travel to project sites as required

Benefits

We believe our people do their best work when they feel supported — personally and professionally. That’s why we offer benefits that go beyond the basics:

• grow your career with specialised learning and development programs
• be recognised at our annual employee awards event and through our Thrive reward and recognition platform
• prioritise wellbeing with mental health support and discounted gym access
• support your family with paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers and flexible work arrangements available
• access perks with novated leasing, specialised Power Perks and discounts with hundreds of retailers.

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