HSEQ Advisor - Internal Corporate

Systra; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

BG&E, now part of the SYSTRA Group, is seeking an HSEQ Advisor to lead safety and quality culture across NSW and NZ. You will report to the Global HSEQ Manager with a local NSW director and advise project teams on risk, compliance and continuous improvement.

You will drive IMS enhancements, audits, incident investigations and emergency planning, ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality project delivery. A technical degree and 5+ years’ experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, OHS or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years’ experience delivering engineering or construction projects with reporting, auditing, safety in design, and quality controls.
• Strong knowledge of NSW WHS legislation and technical standards.
• White Card plus Asbestos or Crystalline Silica Awareness and current First Aid competency.

Responsibilities

• Act as subject matter expert, coaching teams to foster HSEQ culture and risk-based decision-making.
• Drive continuous IMS improvement by identifying trends, streamlining processes and providing compliance reporting.
• Assist project teams with Management Plans, Safety in Design / Risk Workshops and documentation.
• Conduct internal audits, office inspections and ISO accreditation/certification audits (ISO 9001/14001/45001).
• Support incident investigations (ICAM), track corrective actions and share lessons learned.
• Maintain Emergency Response and Business Continuity Plans, First Aid competency, and safety registers.
• Design, maintain and audit safety management systems with practical implementation.

Skills

HSEQ leadership

WHS compliance

Auditing

Risk management

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science/OHS

Job description

BG&E is a civil and structural engineering consultancy, celebrated for our innovative, award-winning designs that prioritise practicality and constructability. Now part of the SYSTRA Group, we continue our decades-long commitment to delivering high-quality technical expertise to our clients - proud to support the ambitious growth of a sustainable and resilient international company.

We partner with clients and stakeholders to challenge the status quo, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in engineering.

As our HSEQ Advisor you will play a pivotal role in driving a positive safety and quality culture across our NSW and NZ operations. Reporting directly to our Global HSEQ Manager with a local secondary reporting line to our New South Wales Geographical Director you will act as a trusted advisor to our project teams and leadership.

You will lead local HSEQ initiatives, mentor operational staff, and ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality project delivery through proactive risk management, assurance, and continual process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the subject matter expert, coaching and mentoring teams to foster a strong HSEQ culture and risk-based decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement of our IMS by identifying trends, streamlining processes, and providing regular compliance reporting to Regional Leads.
• Assist project teams with developing project-specific Management Plans, facilitating Safety in Design / Risk Workshops (HAZOP), and managing documentation.
• Conduct internal project audits, office inspections, and assist with ISO accreditation/certification audits (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Support incident investigations (using ICAM methodologies), track corrective action plans, and ensure alerts and lessons learned are communicated effectively.
• Help maintain regional Emergency Response and Business Continuity Plans, First Aid competency requirements, and workplace safety registers.
• High-level proficiency in designing, maintaining, and auditing safety management systems, backed by practical, ground-level implementation.

What You'll Bring

• A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Science, OHS, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years' experience in the delivery of engineering and/or construction projects, including reporting, auditing, safety in design, and quality controls.
• Detailed knowledge of current WHS/Environmental legislation and technical standards across NSW.
• White Card (Construction Industry Induction) + Asbestos or Crystalline Silica Awareness certification.
• Current Apply (Senior) First Aid competency.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with a proven ability to influence diverse teams across dispersed geographies.
• Strong hands-on background in end-to-end management systems-from framework development to operational auditing, compliance verification, and continuous improvement.
• Proven experience conducting site safety inspections across both corporate office environments and active operational or project sites.

Highly Desirable:

• Experience working within a consulting engineering firm operating under an Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Lead Auditor certification (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or ISO 45001).
• Exposure to formal incident investigation methodologies (ICAM) and crisis management.

What do we offer?

• Flexible working arrangements to help achieve real work life balance.
• Health and wellbeing support via a confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Competitive remuneration.
• On-the-job coaching to help you be the best you can be, including leveraging BG&E's global network of experts to help you realise your professional development goals to grow your career at BG&E.

Gender Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Equality is part of our DNA - We value who you are - it begins with our values and continues through our culture - and is fostered throughout our workplaces. We recognise the benefits of diversity and encourage our people to be comfortable in bringing their complete self to work.

Wellbeing and Safety

BG&E provides collaborative working environments, which supporting the safety and wellbeing of all employees and stakeholders. As an organisation, we strive to continually mitigate risks, and to improve our safety systems and performance.