HSEQ Advisor

United Rentals; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1 extra paid day off each year

Financial assistance for study

$1,500 Employee Referral Program

AIA Vitality Starter Program

Employee Compassion Fund

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

United Rentals is hiring an HSEQ Advisor for NSW/ACT/SA to partner with leaders and staff, providing technical expertise, guidance, and training to ensure safe and sustainable operations. You will monitor compliance, lead audits, manage risks, and drive continuous improvement across the business.

The role requires a Certificate IV/Diploma in WHS (or higher) with ICAM, First Aid/CPR and White Card, plus 5 years’ experience in high-risk industries.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV/Diploma in WHS (or higher) with ICAM investigation experience.
• First Aid/CPR and Construction Industry White Card.
• 5 years’ experience in equipment hire, construction, or similar high‑risk industries.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and ISO management systems.
• Excellent communication, coaching and stakeholder‑influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with workplace health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Lead and participate in internal inspections and audits, including reporting and corrective actions.
• Assist branch managers in maintaining risk registers and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Assist with the implementation, review and auditing of ISO management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001).
• Support development and review of SWPs and SWMS.
• Influence operational staff to standardise procedures, drive efficiency and safety.

Skills

WHS knowledge

Audits & inspections

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Coaching/communication

MS Office

Internal Auditor qualification

Education

Certificate IV/ Diploma in WHS

First Aid/CPR

Construction Industry White Card

Internal Auditor qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

If you would like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!

United Rentals is a leader in general rental equipment, shoring, propping and pumping solutions, portable storage, and on-site accommodation across Australia and New Zealand. With a growing branch network and a reputation built on reliability, safety, and exceptional service, we support customers across construction, civil infrastructure, mining, utilities and more.

We help build communities, power major projects, and deliver solutions that make work safer, easier, and more efficient for our customers. Our people are at the heart of everything we do—innovators, problem-solvers, and team players who take pride in delivering quality every time.

What you’ll do:

As an HSEQ Advisor – NSW, ACT, & SA you will partner with operational leaders, branch managers, and field staff across our rental brands to provide technical expertise, guidance, and training that ensures safe and sustainable operations. You will monitor compliance, lead audits, manage risks, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across our business.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and ensure compliance with workplace health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Lead and participate in internal inspections and audits, including reporting and corrective actions.

Assist branch managers in maintaining and updating risk registers and implementing mitigation strategies.

Assist with the implementation, review and auditing of management systems to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.

Support the development and review of internal documents, SWPs, and SWMS.

Influence operational staff to standardise procedures, drive efficiency, and deliver excellent customer service.

Report on key HSEQ performance metrics and emerging risks, recommending actions as required.

Participate in HSEQ training, coaching, and induction programs.

Work collaboratively across teams to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement.

About you:

You will hold a Certificate IV/Diploma in WHS (or higher), with ICAM investigation, First Aid/CPR and Construction Industry White Card.

5 years’ experience in equipment hire, construction, or similar high-risk or heavy industries.

Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, environmental practices, CoR and NHVL.

Experience in implementing, reviewing, and auditing ISO management Systems and hold an Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor qualification in Integrated Management Systems.

Experience in risk assessments, incident investigations, internal audits and return-to-work processes.

Excellent communication, coaching and stakeholder-influencing skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Office and HSEQ systems.

Highly safety-focused, detail-oriented and able to work both independently and collaboratively.

Professional, customer-focused and committed to continuous improvement.

Desirable: Mental Health First Aider, Lead/Internal Auditor, and a current C-class driver’s licence.

Why you’ll love working at United Rentals?

• Work for the world’s largest equipment rental company
• Enjoy 1 extra paid day off each year to recharge.
• Financial Assistance for study
• AIA Vitality Starter Program
• $1,500 Employee Referral Program – Help us grow and get rewarded.
• Employee Compassion Fund
• Employee Resource Groups

Ready to join a team that feels like home?

If you’re nodding along thinking, “This is so me,” then we’d love to hear from you. At United Rentals, we’re more than just a workplace, we’re a team that backs each other, grows together, and celebrates the wins (big and small).

Successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks as part of the recruitment process.