HSEQ Advisor

MACA; Redridge; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing centre access

Salary sacrificing benefits

Refer-a-friend bonus

Health insurance discounts

Job summary

MACA invites applications for an HSEQ Advisor on a FIFO 8/6 roster from Perth to site. You will identify hazards, assess risks, and implement controls to protect the workforce while driving safety culture across heavy industries.

With a minimum of 3 years in construction/mining, you will lead safety reviews, ensure compliance with standards, and mentor teams on OHS best practices, wellbeing, and continuous improvement. MACA values safety above all and supports career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in construction, mining or heavy industries.
• Passion for workplace safety culture and training.
• Understanding of civil construction policies and Victorian legislation.
• Experience leading safety reviews and creating safe operation policies.
• Valid Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain safety systems and drive a strong safety culture.
• Attend team meetings to plan and coordinate work activities; contribute to safety initiatives.
• Report and investigate incidents; close actions and review SWMS and workpacks.
• Monitor compliance with project standards and safety trends across teams.
• Lead daily pre-starts/toolbox talks; promote collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Lead incident investigations and communicate learnings to leaders and teams.
• Provide OHS guidance to leaders and employees and drive wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

Health & safety leadership

Safety culture advocacy

Incident investigation

Policy and procedures knowledge

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

Tools

White Card

Driver's licence

HRIW card

First Aid

ICAM

Job description

Join our team as a HSEQ Advisor, where you will be responsible for identifying hazards, assessing risks and recommending appropriate controls to the construction team. Join us for a unique and engaging opportunity on a FIFO 8/6 roster, travelling from Perth to site.

Build your future with one of WA's most trusted contractors.

As a proud Thiess company, MACA is a trusted integrated contracting services group specialising in mining, civil construction, infrastructure, and mineral processing.

We strive to be the best by investing in our people, understanding our clients' needs, and having a relentless focus on continuous improvement. Our social responsibility is what drives us, and we make an impact through contributions and support we give our communities.

Key areas of responsibility:

• Implement and maintain safety systems and drive a strong safety culture.
• Attend team and supervisor meetings to plan and coordinate work activities; contribute to innovative project initiatives.
• Report and investigate incidents, ensure timely closure of actions, review workpacks and SWMS, and promote a strong safety culture.
• Work with site management to maintain compliance with NELNA processes and project standards; monitor and report safety trends and performance.
• Monitor and improve safety performance, identifying hazards, assessing high-risk activities, and ensuring compliance by project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Participate in daily pre-starts/toolboxes, promote collaboration, adaptability, innovation, and ensure safety and sustainability are always prioritised.
• Lead and support incident investigations, reporting hazards, injuries, and non-conformances while promoting learning and improvement.
• Provide guidance and influence leaders and employees on OHS best practices, wellbeing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Notable and demonstrable experience in health and safety advisor level roles, with a minimum of 3 years in construction, mining or other heavy industries.
• High levels of enthusiasm around workplace safety culture and training, with a true passion of the work and an understanding of the industry.
• Notable understanding the policy and procedures, as well as the legislative requirement of the civil construction industry in Victoria.
• Proven experience in running safety reviews and investigation at both a high a low level, as well as being responsible for creation of policy and procedures for safe operations on site.
• Hold a valid Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
• White Card, Driver's licence, HRIW card, First Aid, and ICAM are all highly desirable.

What we will offer you:

• A competitive salary and access to a range of corporate discounts and cashback offers from over 350 popular retailers.
• Paid parental leave.
• Access to a dedicated online employee Wellbeing Centre providing education, support and tools to help you live a healthier life.
• Access to salary sacrificing benefits.
• Refer and earn program allowing you to earn up to $2,500 for referring new employees to MACA positions.
• Save up to 10% on your Health Insurance with BUPA, HBF, HCF or Medibank.

Make Your Mark.

We're ready when you are.

MACA is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages all females and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.