Safety Advisor

Acciona Construcción S/A; Mudgee; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCIONA is seeking aSafety Advisor for regional NSW projects. You will partner with project leaders to identify safety risks and implement practical controls, coaching supervisors and crews to maintain safe work practices on site.

You will review SWMS and risk assessments, investigate incidents, and drive continuous safety improvements across delivery teams. With a strong WHS background and NSW White Card, you will contribute to a culture of safety excellence, engage with subcontractors and

Qualifications

• Proven safety advisory experience in construction or civil projects.
• Strong communication skills, clear and confident.
• Solid knowledge of NSW WHS legislation.
• Valid NSW White Card and valid driver licence.
• Experience applying safety controls on large construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Advise project leaders on safety risks and practical controls.
• Coach supervisors and crews to lead safe work on site.
• Review safe work method statements and risk assessments with teams.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes and close out corrective actions.
• Run site inspections and audits to verify safety compliance.
• Monitor subcontractor safety performance and lift standards where needed.

Skills

Safety advisory experience

Clear, confident communication

NSW WHS knowledge

Current NSW White Card

Driver licence

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

• Career growth with a Tier 1 contractor
• Rewarding salary with annual bonuses and reviews
• Recognised Top Employer, 2022 to 2026

Project Information

In regional NSW, our project teams build infrastructure that regional communities rely on every day. You will join a project team delivering this work, with exposure to a wide range of construction activities across each phase, from early works through to final completion.

About the Opportunit y

You will be the trusted safety partner for the project team and site workforce in regional NSW. Coach supervisors, challenge unsafe practices and help leaders make sound risk decisions before work starts. You will work across a range of construction activities, so your technical judgement will grow with each phase of delivery. The role gives you real influence over how the project plans and delivers its work, with regular exposure to project leadership, subcontractors and client representatives. If you want your advice to shape outcomes on site, this role offers that.

Key accountabilities for the position will be :

• Advise project leaders on safety risks and practical controls
• Coach supervisors and crews to lead safe work on site
• Review safe work method statements and risk assessments with work teams
• Investigate incidents, find root causes and close out corrective actions
• Run site inspections and audits to verify safety compliance
• Monitor subcontractor safety performance and lift standards where needed

Required Skills and Competencies

• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety, or higher
• Current NSW White Card and a valid driver licence
• Proven safety advisory experience in construction or civil work
• NSW WHS legislation knowledge and clear, confident communication

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.