Safety Advisor

TradeConnex; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TradeConnex is seeking an experienced Safety Advisor to support multiple construction projects across Sydney, travelling between sites and partnering with Project Managers, Site Managers and subcontractors.

You will conduct inductions, assist with risk assessments and SWMS, investigate incidents and drive continual safety improvements on busy sites, maintaining strong safety records and a hands-on approach to on-site safety.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and construction safety requirements.
• Experience conducting site inspections, audits and safety observations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive health and safety support across multiple construction projects throughout Sydney.
• Travel between project sites to conduct inspections, audits, safety observations and compliance checks.
• Conduct site inductions for employees, subcontractors and visitors.
• Support project teams with risk assessments, SWMS, incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Monitor site safety performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provide practical safety advice, coaching and guidance to site teams.
• Deliver safety education and toolbox talks where required.

Skills

WHS knowledge

Site inspections

Stakeholder management

Communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Relevant WHS qualifications

Tools

SWMS development

Job description

Safety Advisor –Sydney, NSW

Full-Time | Permanent

Multiple Construction Projects | Site-Based

The Opportunity An established and highly regarded Australian construction company is looking for an experienced Safety Advisor to join their Sydney team.

This is a great opportunity for a Safety Advisor who enjoys being out on site rather than sitting behind a desk. You will support a number of active construction projects across Sydney, travelling between sites and working closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, Supervisors, subcontractors and site teams.

With multiple projects running at any one time, no two days will look the same. You will have the opportunity to build strong relationships across different project teams while playing a key role in maintaining high standards of health and safety across the business.

About the Role As a Safety Advisor, you will:

• Provide proactive health and safety support across multiple construction projects throughout Sydney
• Travel between project sites to conduct inspections, audits, safety observations and compliance checks
• Conduct site inductions for employees, subcontractors and visitors
• Support project teams with risk assessments, SWMS, incident investigations and corrective actions
• Monitor site safety performance and identify opportunities for improvement
• Provide practical safety advice, coaching and guidance to site teams
• Deliver safety education and toolbox talks where required
• Promote a positive safety culture through regular engagement with employees and subcontractors
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of Health, Safety and Environmental Management Systems
• Assist with injury management and return-to-work processes where required
• Maintain accurate safety records, reports and compliance documentation
• Build strong working relationships with project teams and key stakeholders across multiple sites

About You

You will be an experienced Safety Advisor who is confident working in a fast-paced construction environment and enjoys being hands-on across multiple projects.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience in a Safety Advisor, WHS Advisor or HSE Advisor role within construction
• Experience working across commercial, residential, high-rise or major construction projects
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and construction safety requirements
• Experience conducting site inspections, audits and safety observations
• Strong understanding of SWMS, risk assessments and incident management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• The confidence to engage with Site Managers, subcontractors and project teams
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to safety
• Relevant WHS qualifications
• A current driver's licence and the ability to travel between Sydney project sites

Why Join?

• Work across a variety of major construction projects throughout Sydney
• A genuinely site-focused and hands-on role
• Variety across multiple project teams rather than being tied to one site
• Opportunity to build relationships with senior project and construction teams
• Join an established Australian construction business