EHS- Rail Safety Advisor

Randstad Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

High-profile exposure on a majorSydney

Professional development within a 国家 E

Collaborative environment with rapid反馈

Job summary

Randstad Pty on behalf of our client seeks an experienced EHS & Rail Safety Advisor to support a landmark Sydney rail infrastructure project. Based in Western Sydney, you will provide critical environmental, health and safety support across construction, testing, and commissioning phases, collaborating with project managers, site teams and stakeholders to enforce WHS compliance and rail safety standards.

This role offers long-term project stability, exposure to high-tier infrastructure assets

Qualifications

• Hands-on EHS background in rail infrastructure and construction.
• Knowledge of WHS legislation, subcontractor safety management, and ONRSR accreditation.
• Ability to engage stakeholders across diverse project groups.
• Flexible hours during testing and commissioning phases.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily site tasks across construction, testing, and commissioning.
• Provide risk/control advice and ensure ONRSR accreditation and WHS compliance.
• Conduct site inspections and subcontractor audits.

Skills

Rail & Construction Experience

Regulatory Knowledge

Stakeholder Engagement

Adaptability

Education

Certificate IV in WHS / OHS

Rail Safety Worker (RISI) card

ICAM Lead Investigator certification

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.

providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

key responsibilities

• Monitor daily site tasks across construction, testing, and commissioning, providing risk/control advice. Ensure compliance with ONRSR accreditation and company WHS procedures. Conduct site inspections, subcontractor audits, and manage subcontract

qualification

• Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (WHS) / OHS (minimum). Valid Rail Safety Worker (RISI) card & White Card (preferred). ICAM Lead Investigator certification (preferred).