Health and Safety Advisor - Major Infrastructure

Multicultural Consulting Services Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Multicultural Consulting Services Pty in Sydney seeks an experienced WHS professional to lead on major infrastructure sites. You will work with site leaders, engineers and subcontractors to strengthen daily risk controls and ensure NSW compliance.

You will coach teams, conduct site inspections, deliver inductions and toolbox talks, review high-risk method statements and investigate incidents to drive corrective actions. This role requires strong communication and regulatory knowledge.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety is required.
• At least five years of practical WHS experience in civil construction or major infrastructure.
• Knowledge of NSW WHS legislation, regulations and codes of practice.
• Formal incident investigation training; ICAM is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Coach supervisors, engineers and frontline workers in safe construction practices.
• Inspect sites, assess risks and conduct targeted safety audits.
• Deliver inductions, toolbox discussions and pre-start briefings.
• Review safe work method statements for high-risk activities such as plant operations and work at height.
• Investigate incidents, identify causes and monitor corrective actions to closure.
• Maintain incident registers and reporting metrics and use trends to guide improvements.

Skills

WHS knowledge

Safety coaching

Communication

Risk assessment

Regulatory awareness

Education

Diploma/Certificate IV WHS

Job description

About The Employer

Our client is an engineering and construction business working across transport, defence and major infrastructure. It combines project delivery expertise with a focus on collaboration, technical improvement and sustainable outcomes.

The Opportunity

Provide hands‑on safety advice during complex infrastructure construction in Sydney. Working with site leaders, engineers and subcontractors, you will strengthen daily risk controls and help teams meet project safety plans and NSW requirements.

Your Responsibilities

• Coach supervisors, engineers and frontline workers in safe construction practices.
• Inspect sites, assess risks and conduct targeted safety audits.
• Deliver inductions, toolbox discussions and pre‑start briefings.
• Review safe work method statements for high‑risk activities, including plant operations and work at height.
• Investigate incidents, identify causes and monitor corrective actions to closure.
• Maintain incident registers and reporting metrics and use trends to guide improvements.

RequirementsSkills, Education And Requirements

• Diploma or Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety.
• At least five years of practical WHS experience in civil construction, tunnelling, rail or major infrastructure.
• Knowledge of NSW WHS legislation, regulations and codes of practice.
• Formal incident investigation training; ICAM is highly regarded.
• White Card and current NSW driver licence.
• Strong communication and negotiation with the ability to influence site teams and hold stakeholders accountable.
• Current entitlement to live and work in the role location.

BenefitsWhy Join?

• Remuneration aligned with market conditions, experience and contribution.
• Opportunities to develop across transport, defence and renewable energy projects.
• Ongoing professional learning and pathways into future leadership roles.
• Parental leave provisions that accommodate different family needs.
• Flexible arrangements may be discussed according to the position and project requirements.

Applications from diverse backgrounds are welcomed.