Health & Safety Advisor

UGL; Dubbo; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO/DIDO options

25% uplift + LAFHA

Hybrid/hub onboarding Brisbane

Job summary

UGL Pty Limited seeks an experienced HSE professional to be embedded in project delivery teams, providing hands-on site support, coaching leaders and driving safe outcomes in the field.

The role supports the Wellington project site across regional NSW, with Dubbo-based responsibilities and FIFO/DIDO options for non-locals. Initial hybrid arrangement before site mobilisation October/November.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Health, Safety & Environment role within construction, utilities, energy or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of WHS legislation and risk management principles.
• Incident investigation experience, with ICAM training highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical HSE advice and support to project teams, supervisors and management.
• Conduct site inspections, assurance activities, critical risk conversations and toolbox engagement.
• Support incident investigations, corrective actions and reporting requirements.
• Coach leaders and workers in the application of safety management systems, critical risk controls and legislative compliance.
• Monitor site risks, subcontractor performance and continuous improvement initiatives across the project.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder influence

Education

Cert IV in Work Health & Safety

Construction White Card

Job description

Join a major utilities infrastructure project and play a key role in driving a strong safety culture across the Syncons project. You will provide hands‑on site support, coach operational leaders, support investigations and assurance activities, and help drive continuous improvement in health and safety performance across the project.

This opportunity is suited to an experienced construction or infrastructure safety professional who enjoys being embedded in project delivery teams and influencing safe outcomes in the field.

About the Project

The Syncons project is being delivered across regional NSW, with this position supporting the Wellington project site.

Location & Travel

• Expected to be based in Dubbo
• FIFO or DIDO arrangements available for non-local candidates
• Initially a hybrid role prior to site mobilisation October/November

What you’ll be doing

• Provide practical HSE advice and support to project teams, supervisors and management.
• Conduct site inspections, assurance activities, critical risk conversations and toolbox engagement.
• Support incident investigations, corrective actions and reporting requirements.
• Coach leaders and workers in the application of safety management systems, critical risk controls and legislative compliance.
• Monitor site risks, subcontractor performance and continuous improvement initiatives across the project.

What We’re Looking For

• Cert IV in Work Health & Safety or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Health, Safety & Environment role within construction, utilities, energy or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of WHS legislation and risk management principles.
• Incident investigation experience, with ICAM training highly regarded.
• Ability to build strong relationships, influence stakeholders and promote positive safety behaviours in the field.
• Strong communication, coaching and reporting skills.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence & Construction White Card

What's on Offer

• Major long-term energy infrastructure project.
• FIFO, DIDO or local employment options available.
• Initial onboarding may commence from the Brisbane office before mobilisation to site.
• 10/4 roster.
• 25% uplift plus LAFHA.
• Opportunity to work on critical electrical infrastructure supporting Australia's energy network.

About Us

UGL Pty Limited is a leading provider of end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services. We are active across rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.

As a diversified services organisation, UGL appreciates the diversity and richness of its people, and seeks to create inclusive environments that promote your talent and skills.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check, an anti-money laundering (AML) check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen

Job Reference: 268470