Safety Coordinator

Gamuda Bhd; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gamuda Australia is seeking Expressions of Interest for experienced Safety Coordinators to join the Sydney Metro Stations Package West project, based at Westmead Station site in Sydney. You will promote a strong safety culture and ensure site activities comply with WHS legislation and Gamuda standards.

Reporting to the project Safety team, you will provide day-to-day safety support, conduct inspections and audits, identify hazards, and assist with risk controls.

Qualifications

• Experience in Safety Coordinator or similar role within construction/major infrastructure.
• Experience on large construction sites, preferably rail, transport, or civil infrastructure.
• Sound knowledge of WHS legislation, risk management and incident investigation processes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day safety support and guidance to site personnel, subcontractors and project teams.
• Conducting site inspections, safety audits and workplace observations.
• Identifying hazards and assessing risks; assist with control measures.
• Monitoring compliance with WHS legislation and project safety plans.
• Supporting incident investigations, reporting and corrective actions.
• Assisting with toolbox talks, inductions and safety awareness initiatives.
• Work with construction teams to drive safety improvements.

Skills

Safety coordination

WHS knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Site inspections

Education

Certificate IV WHS

Job description

Gamuda Australia is seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced Safety Coordinators interested in joining our Sydney Metro Stations Package West (SPW) project, specifically based at our Westmead Station site.

This is an opportunity to become part of a major infrastructure project, working alongside an experienced project team to support the safe delivery of station construction works.

About the Role

Reporting to the project Safety team, you will play an important role in promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring site activities are undertaken in accordance with project requirements, relevant legislation and Gamuda's safety standards.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing day-to-day safety support and guidance to site personnel, subcontractors and project teams.
• Conducting site inspections, safety audits and workplace observations.
• Identifying hazards, assessing risks and assisting with the implementation of effective control measures.
• Monitoring compliance with WHS legislation, project safety plans and safe work procedures.
• Supporting incident investigations, reporting and corrective action close-out.
• Assisting with toolbox talks, safety inductions and ongoing safety awareness initiatives.
• Working collaboratively with construction teams to drive continuous improvement in safety performance.

About You

To be considered, you will ideally have:

• Previous experience in a Safety Coordinator or similar role within construction or major infrastructure projects.
• Experience working on large construction sites, preferably rail, transport, stations or civil infrastructure.
• A relevant WHS qualification, such as a Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or equivalent.
• Sound knowledge of WHS legislation, risk management and incident investigation processes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive, practical approach to identifying and managing workplace safety risks.
• The ability to build positive working relationships with site teams and subcontractors.

Why Join Gamuda?

Gamuda is an established international engineering and construction company delivering complex infrastructure projects across Australia. You will have the opportunity to contribute to a significant transport infrastructure project and work with a collaborative, experienced project team.

Gamuda Australia is committed to building a safe, inclusive and high-performing workforce.