Health Safety Environment Advisor

Programmed; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Company vehicle

Regional travel opportunities

Exclusive employee perks

Invest in your personal growth

Well-being initiatives

Job summary

A leading facility management provider in Canberra is looking for an experienced Health Safety Environment Advisor. In this role, you'll promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with WHS legislation. Key responsibilities include conducting audits and offering specialist support. Candidates must have a Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety and experience in WHS reporting. The position offers competitive pay, a company vehicle, and opportunities for regional travel.

Qualifications

• You must have a Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety.
• Experience in WHS reporting, audits, and investigations is essential.
• Ability to interpret and apply WHS management systems effectively is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Promote a positive safety culture through active management of WHS systems.
• Provide specialist advice and support to staff and subcontractors.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations.

Skills

Strong knowledge of WHS legislation

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

WHS systems management

Injury management

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety

Auditor or Lead Auditor qualification

Job description

Programmed Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Health Safety Environment Advisor

Location: Programmed, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Some of the key benefits for the position and employment at Programmed include:

• Competitive pay: Attractive salary with an annual performance and remuneration review program.
• Company vehicle included: Enjoy the convenience of a fully included work vehicle.
• Regional travel opportunities: Experience variety in your work through regional travel, giving you exposure to different sites and operations.
• Exclusive employee perks: Access discounts and benefits with over 600 retailers, including Coles, Woolworths, BWS, Dan Murphy’s, The Good Guys, JB Hi‑Fi, BCF, SuperCheap Auto, and many more!
• Invest in you: We're passionate about personal and professional growth, offering access to certificates, webinars, mentorship, and practical training to help you thrive in your career.
• Your well‑being, our priority: Generous paid parental leave and access to our Employee Assistance Program, including tailored well‑being initiatives designed to support your personal and family needs.

About The Opportunity

Programmed’s Facility Management is seeking an experienced and proactive HSE Advisor to join our NSW/ACT team based in Fyshwick. This integral role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse and meaningful portfolio of ACT contracts that support essential services and vulnerable community members.

You will have the chance to grow your expertise while partnering with a high‑performing team, all while leading and influencing safety performance across varied and rewarding environments. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with Work Health & Safety (WHS) legislation and driving continuous improvement in safety systems and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a positive safety culture through active management of WHS systems and processes.
• Provide specialist advice, support, and training to staff and subcontractors.
• Conduct and lead audits, inspections, and incident investigations, ensuring timely reporting and corrective actions.
• Deliver safety reports and communicate findings to leadership teams.
• Assist with safety inductions for employees and subcontractors to ensure compliance with safety standards where required.
• Work with the Contract Executive NSW to coach and support leaders to embed proactive safety behaviors.

About You

You will be an experienced HSE Advisor who is confident operating independently in a broad and varied safety role. Additionally, you will bring:

• Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (mandatory).
• Auditor or Lead Auditor qualification in OH&S systems (desirable).
• Experience in WHS reporting, audits, and investigations.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and ability to develop policies and procedures.
• Experience in Injury Management to assist in providing the best outcome for injured employee.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply WHS management systems effectively.

About Us

Programmed is a leading provider of facility management and maintenance services across Australia and New Zealand. We are committed to delivering exceptional service while ensuring the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people and clients.

Our Commitment

Programmed and PERSOL supports a workplace culture of zero harm and encourages this in all that we do.

Programmed and PERSOL strives for diversity, inclusion and equality of our people. We seek a workforce that is representative of the communities we work in. We encourage people of all cultures, gender, age, sexual orientation or abilities to apply.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Facilities Services

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