Safety Advisor

McConnell Dowell; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

McConnell Dowell is seeking a Safety Advisor for Thompsons Creek Stage 1 - South, a major wastewater infrastructure project for Sydney Water in Western Sydney. You will lead safety on site, collaborating with construction teams and subcontractors to promote safe practices and a positive safety culture.

The role provides ownership of safety outcomes on a high-profile project, with opportunities to influence risk management, conduct inspections and audits, and drive continuous improvement within

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ safety experience in construction or civil infrastructure.
• Cert IV in WHS or higher safety qualification.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, systems and best practice.
• Confident communication skills with the ability to influence site teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible safety leadership and maintain a strong site presence.
• Support teams to identify, manage and control project risks and hazards.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and incident investigations.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance with approved HSMP and CEMP requirements.
• Analyse safety data and support reporting, initiatives and continuous improvement.

Skills

Safety leadership

Risk assessment

Communication

Safety reporting

Education

Certificate IV in WHS

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the project

Thompsons Creek Stage 1 - South is a major wastewater infrastructure project being delivered for Sydney Water to support Western Sydney’s rapid growth.

The project includes 3.4 km of new wastewater pipeline, delivered using trenchless micro-TBM technology at depths of up to 12 metres, along with 24 temporary shafts and 23 permanent maintenance holes.

About the role

As Safety Advisor, you’ll play a key role in supporting safe and successful project delivery. With a strong site presence, you’ll work alongside construction teams, subcontractors and project leadership to identify risks, strengthen safety practices and promote a positive safety culture.

This role provides the opportunity to take ownership of safety outcomes on a significant infrastructure project while working within an experienced and supportive project environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide visible safety leadership and maintain a strong site presence.
• Support teams to identify, manage and control project risks and hazards.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and incident investigations.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance with approved HSMP and CEMP requirements.
• Analyse safety data and support reporting, initiatives and continuous improvement.

What will you bring?

• 5+ years’ safety experience in construction or civil infrastructure.
• Cert IV in WHS or higher safety qualification.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, systems and best practice.
• Confident communication skills with the ability to influence site teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety reporting systems.

What’s in it for you?

• Join a major water infrastructure project in Western Sydney.
• Make a visible contribution to safety and project outcomes.
• Work with an experienced and collaborative project delivery team.
• Access career development through McConnell Dowell’s wider business.

About Us

McConnell Dowell - Creative Construction

Our purpose is Providing a Better Life. For more than 60 years, we’ve delivered high-quality, complex projects across Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands, and Southeast Asia, connecting communities and supporting economic growth.

We offer a wide variety of projects, roles, and locations, with opportunities to develop your career through mentoring, training, and hands-on experience.

Our culture is collaborative, supportive, and inclusive, where you can make a real impact on both projects and people’s lives. We are committed to creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and able to grow.

We actively celebrate diversity and inclusion, encourage all individuals to bring their ideas and be themselves.

All successful applicants must hold valid work rights for Australia and pass a satisfactory pre-employment medical, which may include drug and alcohol checks.

This role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly and not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.