Safety Advisor - Constellation 17/09/2026

MacKellar Group; Nyngan; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights from Brisbane

Accommodation on roster

Meals provided on roster

Job summary

MacKellar Group is seeking an experienced Safety Advisor for our Nyngan mine operation on an 8/6 roster. This FIFO role from Brisbane provides a site-based safety function focused on compliance and continuous safety improvements.

You will work with site leadership and operations to promote a proactive safety culture, provide practical guidance, investigate incidents and support risk management across the operation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Safety Advisor or HSE role within mining, civil or heavy industry
• Sound understanding of NSW WHS legislation and risk management principles
• Strong incident investigation and reporting skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• ICAM (or equivalent investigation training) will be highly regarded
• Current First Aid qualifications are advantageous

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture and maintain compliance with legislative and company requirements
• Provide practical safety advice and coach frontline leaders
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site and work with site leadership and operations teams

Skills

Safety leadership

Incident investigation

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Driver's licence

ICAM training

First Aid

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety

Job description

Safety Advisor - Constellation 17/09/2026

At MacKellar, we provide heavy earthmoving equipment solutions to some of Australia's largest mining operations. With over 55 years of experience, we pride ourselves on delivering safe, efficient and reliable mining services while creating long-term career opportunities for our people.

We're looking for an experienced Safety Advisor to join our team at our Nyngan mine operation on an 8/6 roster. This is a FIFO opportunity from Brisbane, offering a rewarding site-based safety role with an established contractor.

The Opportunity
As a Safety Advisor, you’ll work closely with site leadership and operational teams to promote a strong safety culture and maintain compliance with legislative and company requirements. You’ll provide practical safety advice, coach frontline leaders and support continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

About You
You are a proactive safety professional who enjoys building strong relationships and influencing positive safety outcomes. You have experience working in mining or heavy industry and are confident engaging with people at all levels of the business.

You’ll also bring:

• Previous experience in a Safety Advisor or HSE role within mining, civil or heavy industry
• Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (minimum)
• Sound understanding of NSW WHS legislation and risk management principles
• Strong incident investigation and reporting skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• ICAM (or equivalent investigation training) will be highly regarded
• Current First Aid qualifications are advantageous

What We Offer

• Permanent full-time position
• 8/6 roster providing excellent work-life balance
• FIFO from Brisbane with flights provided
• Accommodation and meals provided whilst on roster
• Competitive remuneration package
• A supportive team culture with safety at the forefront of everything we do

Why MacKellar?
At MacKellar, our people are our greatest asset. We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to build a long-term career. You'll join a business committed to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and ensuring every employee returns home safely.