Hands-On Health & Safety Advisor – Melbourne Projects

Miller Leith; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller Leith is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to work hands-on across metropolitan Melbourne construction sites. You will lead safe work practices, run toolbox talks, and support risk management with site teams and subcontractors.

The role requires credible site presence and autonomous decision-making in a fast-paced environment. Experience in site-based safety, a Cert IV in OH&S, and an ICAM qualification are essential, with a valid site induction card and driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Experience in site-based construction safety.
• Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety as minimum.
• ICAM investigation qualification or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of relevant safety legislation and construction risk controls.
• Experience engaging subcontractors, supervisors and project delivery teams.
• Construction induction card and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Identifying critical risks and implementing effective controls with site teams.
• Conducting site inspections and following corrective actions to completion.
• Supporting risk assessments and high-risk activity reviews.
• Coaching trade partners and project teams on safe work practices.
• Delivering toolbox talks, inductions and site-specific training.
• Supporting incident investigations and implementing lessons learned.
• Working with site leadership to resolve safety issues promptly.
• Driving accountability and consistent safety practices across project teams.

Skills

Site safety leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Inductions toolbox talks

Education

Cert IV OH&S

Tools

ICAM qualification

Job description

Miller Leith is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to work hands-on across metropolitan Melbourne construction sites. You will lead safe work practices, run toolbox talks, and support risk management with site teams and subcontractors.

The role requires credible site presence and autonomous decision-making in a fast-paced environment. Experience in site-based safety, a Cert IV in OH&S, and an ICAM qualification are essential, with a valid site induction card and driver’s license.