EHS- Rail Safety Advisor

Select Aust Sydney; Luddenham; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad is supporting a major Sydney rail infrastructure project by recruiting an experienced EHS & Rail Safety Advisor. Based in Western Sydney, you will report to the EHS Manager and provide critical safety support across construction, testing, and commissioning to ensure compliance and a proactive safety culture.

The role involves working with project managers, site teams, and external stakeholders to drive regulatory alignment and safe daily operations during high-stakes phases and variable

Qualifications

• Hands-on EHS background in rail infrastructure or construction.
• Understanding WHS legislation and subcontractor safety management.
• Experience engaging with multiple stakeholders across complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide environmental, health, safety, and rail safety support across construction, testing, and commissioning.
• Work with project managers and site teams to drive safety culture and compliance.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders to ensure regulatory alignment.

Skills

Rail safety experience

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

About Our Client On behalf of our client-a global leader in rail, infrastructure, and transport technology-we are seeking an experienced EHS & Rail Safety Advisor to support a landmark major Sydney rail infrastructure project .

This role offers long-term project stability, exposure to complex high-tier infrastructure assets, and direct career progression in the rail safety sector . About the Role Reporting to the EHS Manager, you will provide critical environmental, health, safety, and rail safety support across construction, testing, and commissioning phases .

Based in Western Sydney, you will work directly with project managers, site teams, and external stakeholders to drive a proactive safety culture and enforce compliance across daily operations .

Key Requirements & Skills

• Rail & Construction Experience: Hands-on EHS background working within complex rail infrastructure, construction, or commissioning environments .
• Regulatory Knowledge: Sound understanding of WHS legislation, subcontractor safety management, and ONRSR rail accreditation standards .
• Stakeholder Engagement: Open, approachable personality with proven experience managing complex stakeholder relationships across diverse project groups .
• Adaptability: A self-directed worker comfortable with flexible project hours required during key testing and commissioning phases .

What's on Offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• High-profile exposure on a major Sydney infrastructure project

Professional development within a supportive national EHS network Collaborative environment with rapid feedback provided throughout the recruitment process

Candidates must currently hold full Australian working rights and reside locally in the Sydney region.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all.

We actively encourage applications from any background.