Health & Safety Advisor

1673 ACCIONA CONSTRUCTION AUSTRALIA PTY LTD; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA is seeking an Occupational Risk Prevention professional in Australia to implement and supervise risk prevention measures across offices, maintenance, and real estate projects. The role requires a university degree in a relevant field, a ORP/IMS postgraduate credential, and at least 3 years of experience, with English at B2 level.

PowerBI knowledge is a plus, and the company emphasizes equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• University degree in one of the specified fields.
• Master's or postgraduate degree in ORP or IMS.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in similar roles.
• English language proficiency at B2 level.
• Knowledge of data analysis tools (PowerBI) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments at work centers and workstations, identifying potential safety risks and prevention measures.
• Update and adjust prevention plans for each business division to fit specific needs.
• Monitor compliance with occupational health and safety regulations across operations.
• Investigate accidents, analyze root causes and propose corrective measures.
• Ensure consistent implementation of the corporate risk prevention protocol.
• Translate corporate objectives into actionable plans for each business unit.
• Collaborate with corporate areas to develop and monitor corrective actions.
• Visit work centers periodically to verify compliance and effectiveness.

Skills

English B2

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

University degree in Industrial Engineering, Nursing, Medicine, Law, or Psychology

Master's or postgraduate degree in ORP or Integrated Management Systems

Tools

PowerBI

Office suite

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Mission

Implement and supervise occupational risk prevention measures, adapting them to the specific needs of each business and work environment.

Responsibilities

1. Conduct risk assessments at work centers and workstations, identifying and documenting potential safety risks and other prevention measures, tailored to the specific needs of offices, maintenance areas, and real estate projects.
2. Update and adjust specific prevention plans for each business division, ensuring that the measures and procedures respond to the specific characteristics of the area.
3. Monitor compliance with occupational health and safety regulations in operations and strategic projects, with special attention to the mobility, logistics, and construction operating units.
4. Investigate accidents in collaboration with other team members, analyzing root causes and proposing corrective and preventive measures to avoid future incidents.
5. Ensure consistent implementation and compliance with the corporate occupational risk prevention protocol across all areas and businesses.
6. Adapt and translate corporate strategic objectives to the specific needs of each business, effectively integrating them into operational plans.
7. Collaborate with corporate areas and business leaders to develop and monitor corrective actions resulting from assessments, audits, and supervisions.
8. Conduct periodic visits to work centers to verify compliance with implemented safety measures and evaluate the effectiveness of corrective actions.

Required Skills and Competencies

Education

• University degree in Industrial Engineering, Nursing, Medicine, Law, or Psychology
• Master's or postgraduate degree in Occupational Risk Prevention (ORP) or Integrated Management Systems (Quality, Environment, and Occupational Safety)

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in similar roles

Languages

• English B2

Tools

• Office suite (Medium)
• Knowledge of data analysis tools (PowerBI) is a plus

Other

• Business knowledge
• Updating and monitoring national and international legislative developments

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.