Health and Safety Advisor

Downer Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Tool of Trade vehicle

Health and wellbeing programs (incl. H

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Downer Group is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to join our Transport & Infrastructure team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, based in Adelaide, SA. You will work with operational leaders and frontline teams to embed practical safety practices across projects and operations.

This hands-on role emphasises field engagement, risk management and continuous improvement, with a focus on incident investigations, audits and compliance.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or relevant qualification.
• Experience in high-risk operational environments.
• Experience in civil construction, infrastructure or road maintenance is advantageous.
• Experience supporting frontline teams in live project environments.
• Knowledge of incident investigation, risk management, audits and assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical Health & Safety advice and support to operational leaders and frontline teams.
• Support incident investigations, risk assessments, audits and assurance activities.
• Assist with implementation and ongoing compliance of Health & Safety systems, standards and legislative requirements.
• Monitor safety performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the effective management of hazards, risks and critical controls.
• Promote a positive safety culture through field engagement, coaching and collaboration.
• Assist with injury management and workers compensation processes as required.

Skills

Confident communicator

Working knowledge of WHS legislation

Incident investigation

Risk management

Audits and assurance practices

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

Job description

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

Downer is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to join our Transport & Infrastructure business on a 12-month fixed-term contract, based in Adelaide, SA. Supporting our Specialised Pavements team, you will work closely with operational leaders and frontline teams to provide practical Health & Safety support across our projects and operations. This is a hands‑on role with a strong focus on field engagement, risk management, compliance and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide practical Health & Safety advice and support to operational leaders and frontline teams.
• Support incident investigations, risk assessments, audits and assurance activities.
• Assist with the implementation and ongoing compliance of Health & Safety systems, standards and legislative requirements.
• Monitor safety performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the effective management of hazards, risks and critical controls.
• Promote a positive safety culture through regular field engagement, coaching and collaboration.
• Assist with injury management and workers compensation processes as required.

About You

• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or relevant qualification.
• Previous Health & Safety experience within a high-risk operational environment.
• Experience within civil construction, infrastructure, road maintenance, asphalt or a similar industry will be highly regarded.
• Experience supporting frontline teams in operational or live project environments.
• Knowledge of incident investigation, risk management, audits and assurance processes.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation, systems and standards.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build strong relationships with operational teams.
• ICAM investigation experience or qualification will be highly regarded.
• Ability to balance field-based activities with reporting and administration.

At Downer, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating a culture where our people feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed. We offer:

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Tool of Trade vehicle.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including discounted private health insurance and Employee Assistance Program.
• A supportive team environment focused on continual improvement and Zero Harm.
• The opportunity to gain experience within one of Australia's largest infrastructure businesses.

Downer is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.