HSE Advisor - Drive Safety & Excellence on Critical Projects

Marmon Holdings, Inc.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Freo Group Pty Ltd is seeking a proactive HSE Advisor to partner with operational teams across our Australian sites. You will champion safety, coach leaders, and drive practical risk controls in heavy industry contexts.

You’ll conduct inspections, lead incident investigations, and support governance of WHS systems. Strong communication and a hands-on approach are essential to strengthening our safety culture and delivering quality outcomes for clients.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Work Health and Safety (WHS/HSE) or related discipline with practical industry experience.
• Experience in an HSE advisory or operational safety role in construction, mining, heavy industry or similar high-risk environments.
• Sound knowledge of WHS legislation, risk management principles, and HSE management systems.
• Experience conducting workplace inspections, safety audits, risk assessments and incident investigations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage, coach and influence at all levels.
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities and build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety on the ground by providing practical HSE advice, coaching and technical guidance to operational teams, supervisors and site leadership.
• Identify risks before they become incidents through proactive workplace inspections, safety audits, hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Drive effective incident management by supporting investigations, identifying root causes and coordinating corrective and preventative actions.
• Inspire a positive safety culture by delivering toolbox talks, supporting safety training and encouraging employee participation in HSEQ initiatives.
• Strengthen compliance and accountability by supporting the implementation of HSE legislation, management systems, policies and site-specific requirements.
• Partner with operational teams to develop practical risk controls and promote consistent, safe work practices across the business.
• Turn insights into action by maintaining accurate HSE records, monitoring safety performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety leadership

Proactive/solutions-focused

Organisational skills

Stakeholder engagement

Independent worker

Education

WHSE qualification or related discipline

Job description

Freo Group Pty Ltd is seeking a proactive HSE Advisor to partner with operational teams across our Australian sites. You will champion safety, coach leaders, and drive practical risk controls in heavy industry contexts.

You’ll conduct inspections, lead incident investigations, and support governance of WHS systems. Strong communication and a hands-on approach are essential to strengthening our safety culture and delivering quality outcomes for clients.