Onsite WHS Lead – Brisbane Construction Safety & Compliance

Arnold Group (Australia); Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Residential projects

Supportive teams

Ownership on site

Competitive salary

Job summary

Arnold Group in Brisbane is seeking an experienced WHS Coordinator to join our major construction project. This onsite role will work closely with site teams to drive a practical safety culture and ensure compliance across SWMS and safety plans.

You will conduct site inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations, provide on-the-spot coaching, and help implement WHS, quality and environmental management systems on site.

Qualifications

• Previous WHS experience in commercial or residential construction.
• Minimum Certificate IV in WHS or relevant safety qualification.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety legislation, SWMS and risk management.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage with site teams.
• Hands-on approach to safety, not just paperwork.
• Positive attitude and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Drive a positive and practical safety culture on site.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and risk assessments.
• Review SWMS, safety plans and compliance documentation.
• Support incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Provide practical WHS advice, coaching and training.
• Assist with the implementation of WHS, quality and environmental management systems.
• Build strong relationships with site teams, contractors and management.

Skills

Site safety leadership

Communication skills

Training/coaching

Independent worker

Education

Certificate IV in WHS or safety qualification

Job description

Arnold Group in Brisbane is seeking an experienced WHS Coordinator to join our major construction project. This onsite role will work closely with site teams to drive a practical safety culture and ensure compliance across SWMS and safety plans.

You will conduct site inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations, provide on-the-spot coaching, and help implement WHS, quality and environmental management systems on site.