On-Site Safety Leader: Commercial Construction

Pelenoy Group Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pelenoy Group Pty Ltd is seeking a proactive Site Safety Officer for a commercial construction project in Mascot, Sydney. You will manage day-to-day safety, ensuring WHS compliance and maintaining safety records on an active site.

The role requires hands-on safety leadership, strong knowledge of NSW WHS legislation, and experience with SWMS, risk assessments and site inductions. Full-time position with a focus on proactive safety improvements.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Site Safety Officer or WHS role within commercial building or construction projects.
• Sound knowledge of NSW Work Health and Safety legislation and construction safety requirements.
• Experience preparing, maintaining and managing construction safety documentation.
• Strong understanding of SWMS, risk assessments, site inductions and safety inspections.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and proactively address site safety issues.
• Confidence communicating with site managers, subcontractors and workers at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Implement, monitor and maintain site safety procedures and WHS protocols on a daily basis.
• Prepare, review and maintain site safety documentation, including Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), risk assessments and site safety registers.
• Conduct daily site safety inspections, identify hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and regular safety briefings.
• Monitor subcontractors and site personnel to ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date safety records, reports, registers and compliance documentation.
• Monitor high‑risk construction activities and verify that appropriate control measures are in place.
• Report incidents, near misses and safety breaches, and assist with investigations and corrective actions.
• Liaise with site management, supervisors, subcontractors and workers to promote a strong safety culture.
• Assist with site audits, compliance checks and ongoing improvements to safety procedures.

Skills

SWMS & risk assessments

Site inductions

Safety inspections

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

White Card

Job description

Pelenoy Group Pty Ltd is seeking a proactive Site Safety Officer for a commercial construction project in Mascot, Sydney. You will manage day-to-day safety, ensuring WHS compliance and maintaining safety records on an active site.

The role requires hands-on safety leadership, strong knowledge of NSW WHS legislation, and experience with SWMS, risk assessments and site inductions. Full-time position with a focus on proactive safety improvements.