HSE Advisor – Substation Projects (Melbourne)

UGL; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UGL is seeking an experienced HSE Advisor to join the Utilities team in Melbourne, VIC. You will report to the Construction Manager and lead health, safety and environmental programs to ensure regulatory compliance and promote a safety culture on substation projects.

Key duties include policy implementation, hazard identification, incident investigations, safety training, and performance reporting. Relevant WHS qualifications and a current WA driving licence are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
• Proven industry experience in a HSE Advisory role with the construction, engineering or large infrastructure sectors in Australia.
• In-depth understanding of HSE legislation, including Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations.
• Excellent ability to engage, influence, and train teams at all levels to promote a positive safety culture.
• Certifications such as Cert IV in WHS, ICAM (incident investigation training), and a valid WA Drivers license for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Create and enforce health, safety and environmental policies and procedures in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Identify potential hazards, assess risks and recommend effective control measures to mitigate workplace risks.
• Lead investigations of workplace incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Deliver training programs to employees and management to enhance awareness and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Track and report on key HSE metrics, ensuring continuous improvement through audits and performance reviews.

Skills

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Training delivery

HSE compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Relevant HSE qualification

Cert IV in WHS

ICAM (incident investigation training)

WA Drivers license

Job description

UGL is seeking an experienced HSE Advisor to join the Utilities team in Melbourne, VIC. You will report to the Construction Manager and lead health, safety and environmental programs to ensure regulatory compliance and promote a safety culture on substation projects.

Key duties include policy implementation, hazard identification, incident investigations, safety training, and performance reporting. Relevant WHS qualifications and a current WA driving licence are highly valued.