Safety Coordinator

CGC Recruitment; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CGC Recruitment is seeking an experienced Safety Coordinator to join a civil infrastructure contractor delivering a road construction project in Adelaide. You will support the implementation and ongoing management of health and safety requirements across the project, working with project management and site delivery teams.

The role covers earthworks, drainage, utilities and asphalt works, with a hands-on approach to inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV or Diploma in Work Health and Safety or equivalent.
• Previous safety experience within civil construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of Australian WHS legislation and construction safety requirements.
• Experience conducting site inspections, audits and incident investigations.
• Strong communication and a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Ability to build relationships with site teams and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site safety inspections and audits.
• Support the implementation of WHS management plans.
• Review SWMS, risk assessments and safe work procedures.
• Coordinate site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Assist with incident reporting, investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain safety documentation and compliance records.
• Work with supervisors and subcontractors to promote safe practices.
• Monitor safety compliance across earthworks, drainage, utilities and asphalt works.

Skills

Site safety

Safety inspections

Incident investigations

Communication skills

Education

Certificate IV or Diploma in WHS

Job description

Safety Coordinator - Civil Infrastructure

Adelaide, SA | 6-Month Initial Contract | Road Construction

CGC Recruitment is seeking an experienced Safety Coordinator to join a civil infrastructure contractor delivering a road construction project in Adelaide.

The project includes earthworks, drainage, utilities and asphalt works, providing a varied and active construction environment.

This is an initial 6-month contract with potential for longer-term opportunities.

The Role

Working closely with the project management and site delivery teams, you will support the implementation and ongoing management of health and safety requirements across the project.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting regular site safety inspections and audits.
• Supporting the implementation of project WHS management plans.
• Reviewing SWMS, risk assessments and safe work procedures.
• Coordinating site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Assisting with incident reporting, investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintaining safety documentation, registers and compliance records.
• Working closely with supervisors and subcontractors to promote safe working practices.
• Monitoring safety compliance across earthworks, drainage, utilities and asphalt operations.

About You

• Certificate IV or Diploma in Work Health and Safety, or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Previous safety experience within civil construction or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of Australian WHS legislation and construction safety requirements.
• Experience conducting site inspections, audits and incident investigations.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Ability to build relationships with site teams and subcontractors.

What's on Offer

• Initial 6-month contract with potential to extend.
• Adelaide-based road infrastructure project.
• Competitive contract remuneration.
• Opportunity to work with an established civil delivery contractor.
• Varied site-based role supporting multiple construction activities.

CGC Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.