Safety Advisor

Laing O'Rourke group; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training programs

Six months parental leave

Purchased leave options

Volunteering leave

Discounts across retailers

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is leading Australia's largest defence infrastructure program in Osborne, SA, seeking a Safety Advisor to join the AUKUS team. You will oversee HSE compliance on high‑risk construction sites and drive safety improvements through data analysis and coaching.

You will monitor key HSE metrics, conduct inspections and audits, and support supervision in implementing contractual safety requirements across the project.

Qualifications

• Holder of Certificate IV in OHS or working towards higher qualifications.
• Experience supporting supervision with HSE issues and corrective actions.
• Knowledge of hazard identification and site safety inspections.

Responsibilities

• Analyse HSE data and trends to identify improvements.
• Monitor project HSE metrics and provide reports.
• Coach teams on HSE systems and contractual requirements.
• Conduct HSE inspections, audits, pre-starts and toolbox talks.
• Monitor HSE governance and drive remedial actions.

Skills

HSE knowledge

Data analysis

Safety coaching

Inspections

Education

Certificate IV OHS

Graduate Certificate in OHS

Diploma OHS

Certificate in Risk Management

Job description

Benefits

At the heart of Laing O'Rourke is our commitment to helping our people do their best work and grow meaningful, fulfilling careers. Through exceptional development opportunities, wellbeing support, and employee benefits, we empower our teams to succeed.
We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from First Nations Peoples and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Our industry-leading benefits include:

• In-house training programs and on-the-job skill development.
• Industry-leading parental leave giving all employees access to six months paid parental leave at full pay.
• Additional purchased leave options, and access to volunteering leave.
• Exclusive discounts and savings across hundreds of retailers across Australia.

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About the Project

At Laing O'Rourke, youwon'tjust build projects,you'llhelp shape the future. As a $6 billion privately owned global engineeringand manufacturing-led constructionleader, we deliver some of the nation's most complex infrastructure, from transport networks to defence and utilities.

Be part ofAustralia's largest-ever defence infrastructure program

Laing O'Rourke, with joint venture partner Amentum Australia,will play a central role in supporting Australian Naval Infrastructure (ANI) to develop and deliver the Nuclear-Powered Submarine Construction Yard (NPSCY) project at Osborne, South Australia.We will provide program and construction management services of nuclear related civil infrastructure, site-wide nuclear licensee development expertise, and nuclear safety leadership.
We are currently seeking a Safety Advisor to join our AUKUS team. Ifyou'reready to domeaningfulandcareer-defining work apply today.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse HSE data and trends to identify performance improvements.
• Monitor key project HSE metrics and provide regular reporting.
• Coach teams on HSE systems and contractual requirements.
• Conduct HSE inspections, audits, pre-starts and toolbox talks.
• Monitor HSE and Rail Safety governance and drive remedial actions.

About You

• Certificate IV OHS and or working towards Graduate Certificate, Diploma OHS, Certificate in Risk management.
• Demonstrated experience in assisting supervision and management with HSE issue / action closeout within the workplace
• Has been effective in managing site-based hazards and risks and able to plan and carry out safety inspections
• Previous experience working in high-risk construction industry
• Understands basic environmental risk management
• Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level.