HSQE Advisor | South Australia

Civeo Australia; Port Augusta; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quality on-site catering

Private rooms

Gym & amenities

Wellbeing support (EAP)

Retail discounts

Career development

Job summary

Civeo Australia is seeking a practical HSQE Advisor to support village-based hospitality operations across accommodation, catering, cleaning and support services. You will provide practical HSQE advice, conduct risk assessments, inspections and audits, and assist with incident investigations to strengthen safety culture.

You will work with operational leaders and frontline teams in remote FIFO villages, applying Civeo’s IMS and ISO standards, and coach managers in safe work practices.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in safety, quality, risk, compliance or related operational role.
• Ability to apply risk management, hazard identification, incident investigations and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of HSQE Integrated Management System at site level.
• Conduct inspections, audits and risk assessments across village operations.
• Monitor hazards, incidents, corrective actions and compliance trends.
• Coach and support managers and frontline teams in safe work practices.
• Support food safety, housekeeping and quality assurance activities.
• Assist with toolbox talks, inductions, training and communication of key learnings.
• Support emergency preparedness, incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Remote FIFO operations

Education

Certificate IV in WHS

Diploma in WHS (Highly Regarded)

Job description

Job Description

This site-based 8 days on 6 days off role is suited to practical, people-focused HSQE professional who enjoys working closely with operational leaders and frontline teams to manage risk, strengthen compliance, support food safety and hygiene standards, and contribute to positive safety culture.

Job Description

This site-based 8 days on 6 days off role is suited to practical, people-focused HSQE professional who enjoys working closely with operational leaders and frontline teams to manage risk, strengthen compliance, support food safety and hygiene standards, and contribute to positive safety culture. As an HSQE Advisor, you will support village-based hospitality operations, working across accommodation, catering, cleaning and support services. You will provide practical HSQE advice, conduct risk assessments, inspections and audits, support incident investigation and hazard management, and help operational teams understand and apply Civeo’s systems and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of Civeo’s HSQE Integrated Management System at site level.
• Conduct inspections, audits and risk assessments across village operations.
• Monitor hazards, incidents, corrective actions and compliance trends.
• Coach and support managers, supervisors and frontline teams in safe work practices.
• Support food safety hygiene, housekeeping and quality assurance activities.
• Assist with toolbox talks, inductions, training and communication of key learnings.
• Support emergency preparedness, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

We are looking for someone who can combine technical HSQE knowledge with strong communication, practical problem-solving and the ability to build trust with operational teams.

Essential

• Certificate IV (or equivalent) in Work Health and Safety, or related area.
• Current Australian driver’s license.
• Experience in a safety, quality, risk, compliance or related operational role.
• Sounds understanding of risk management, hazard identification, incident investigation, and corrective action management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a remote FIFO village environment.
• Meet the requirements of a pre-employment medical.

Highly Regarded

• Diploma in Work Health and Safety
• Lead Auditor, ICAM investigation, Food Safety, Training & Assessment or Risk Management qualifications.
• Experience in hospitality, accommodation, catering, mining, resources or remote operations.
• Familiarity with IMS, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, HACCP or food safety assurance.

Attributes We Value

• Practical, calm and solution-focused
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with leaders and frontline teams.
• Confident to coach, influence and have respectful safety conversations.
• Organized, detail-oriented and reliable with reporting and follow-up.
• Committed to Civeo’s values of Safety, Respect, Care, Excellence, Integrity and Collaboration.

The Perks

• Competitive salary aligned to skills, qualifications, and experience.
• Quality on-site catering with a selection of nutritious food to satisfy all dietary requirements.
• Single, ensuited private rooms
• Recreational facilities which include gym, sporting fields, pool and various other amenities.
• Wellbeing support, including access to Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.
• Retail discounts via access to the Civvy Hive.
• Growth opportunities to progress your career and professional development.

About Us

Civeo Australia, a division of Civeo Corporation, provides workforce accommodation services globally. In Australia, we own 9,000 permanent rooms across QLD, NSW, and WA, and operate more than 20,000 rooms in client-owned properties in remote regions of WA and SA. Our services include accommodation, food services, housekeeping, and property maintenance. With over 40 years of experience, Civeo supports individuals who live and work away from home. We’re committed to fostering sustainable partnerships and inclusive opportunities in all the communities we operate in. By actively engaging with Traditional Owners and First Nations Businesses, we’re not just operating accommodation villages, we’re nurturing relationships that honour the rich cultural heritage of the land. We’re safe, welcoming and proud to encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to join us.

Stay Well. Work Well.