HSE Advisor

CIP Constructions Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CIP Constructions Group is seeking an experienced HSE Advisor to support the safe delivery of commercial and industrial construction projects in Australia. This on-site role reports to the Construction Manager – Site Operations and drives safety culture and compliance across projects.

You will implement and oversee the HSE Management System, manage permits to work, conduct site inductions and toolbox talks, and coordinate incident investigations and emergency drills to ensure safe operations on

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (minimum)
• Construction White Card
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Diploma WHS and related auditing certifications are highly regarded

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage the HSE Management System on-site across projects
• Identify, assess and control safety and environmental risks
• Ensure compliance with WHS legislation and company procedures
• Lead toolbox talks, pre-start meetings and HSE committee sessions
• Coordinate emergency preparedness, drills and incident investigations
• Review SWMS and manage permits to work
• Monitor subcontractor safety performance and site hazards
• Support traffic management and site safety planning
• Liaise with WorkSafe, EPA and other authorities as required

Skills

WHS knowledge

Environmental compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Safety culture influence

Organization & time management

Education

Certificate IV WHS

Construction White Card

First Aid Certificate

Diploma WHS (adv.)

Tools

Procore

1Breadcrumb

Job description

CIP Constructions is a leading commercial / industrial construction company delivering high-quality projects across Australia. With a strong commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability, we foster a culture where people, performance and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced HSE Advisor to support the safe delivery of commercial construction projects. Reporting to the Construction Manager – Site Operations, you will play a key role in implementing and overseeing our Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Management System on-site, ensuring compliance with WHS and environmental legislation and driving a strong safety culture.

This is a hands-on, site-based position where you'll work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and regulatory bodies to proactively identify risks and maintain a safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Site HSE Management

Implement and manage the HSE Management System across assigned projects

Identify, assess and control safety and environmental risks

Ensure compliance with WHS legislation and company procedures

Participate in project handovers and provide HSE input throughout the project lifecycle

Systems, Compliance & Administration

Maintain HSE documentation and systems (e.g., Procore, 1Breadcrumb)

Review and approve SWMS, conduct site inductions, and manage permits to work

Monitor subcontractor compliance and site safety performance

Manage incidents in line with company procedures and regulatory requirements

Provide first aid and support incident investigations

Coordinate emergency preparedness and drills

Inspection, Audit & Continuous Improvement

Conduct regular site inspections and audits

Track and close out non-conformances within required timeframes

Support internal and external audits

Engagement & Communication

Lead toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, and HSE committee sessions

Promote consultation and proactive hazard identification

Liaise with regulatory authorities (e.g., WorkSafe, EPA) where required

Site Operations Support

Ensure site amenities and safety controls meet required standards

Support traffic management, site housekeeping, and site safety planning

Monitor hazardous substances, electrical safety, and plant compliance

About You

Qualifications & Certifications

Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (minimum)

Construction White Card

Current First Aid Certificate

Additional qualifications (highly regarded): Diploma WHS, Cert IV TAE, auditing certification, trade background

Experience

Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar HSE role

Strong experience within commercial or industrial construction

Experience using HSE management systems (e.g., Procore, 1Breadcrumb)

Skills & Knowledge

Strong understanding of WHS and environmental legislation

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to influence safety behaviours and drive a positive safety culture

Strong organisational, problem-solving and time management skills

Additional Requirements

Current driver's licence

Ability to travel between sites if required

High level of professionalism and presentation

Why Join Us?

Be part of a collaborative and safety-focused construction team

Work on diverse and challenging commercial projects

Opportunity to influence and shape strong safety practices on-site

Ongoing professional development and training support

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Please note, this role is being managed internally, and we are not accepting agency submissions.