Senior Health & Safety Advisor - Renewable Infra (Site)

Gamuda Group; Upper Hunter Shire Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Exposure to renewables projects

Career development opportunities

Parental leave

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

DT Infrastructure is seeking a dynamic Health & Senior Safety Advisor for a major solar farm project in the NSW Upper Hunter Valley. You will be the on‑ground safety presence, embedding safe work practices across project management, site leadership and subcontractors.

This site‑based (DIDO) role offers a rostered schedule with accommodation and allowances where applicable, plus opportunities to drive continuous safety improvements and coaching on governance and SafeWork NSW compliance.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS).
• Minimum of 5+ years’ practical WHS experience, with civil construction background.
• In‑depth knowledge of SafeWork NSW regulations, codes and WHS legislation.
• Formal incident investigation training (ICAM highly regarded).
• Valid White Card and NSW Driver’s Licence.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills to influence site culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on WHS coaching, guidance, and support to site managers, engineers, and frontline workers.
• Conduct daily site inspections, risk assessments, and safety audits to ensure compliance with the Project Safety Management Plan and legislation.
• Lead site inductions, toolbox talks, and pre‑start meetings.
• Review and approve SWMS for high‑risk activities (e.g., working at heights, heavy plant).
• Lead incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and track corrective actions to close out.
• Maintain safety documentation, incident registers, and weekly reporting to identify trends.

Skills

WHS knowledge

Hazard assessment

Communication skills

Analytical/problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma/Cert IV WHS

ICAM training (preferred)

White Card (General Construction Induction)

NSW Driver's Licence

Job description

DT Infrastructure is seeking a dynamic Health & Senior Safety Advisor for a major solar farm project in the NSW Upper Hunter Valley. You will be the on‑ground safety presence, embedding safe work practices across project management, site leadership and subcontractors.

This site‑based (DIDO) role offers a rostered schedule with accommodation and allowances where applicable, plus opportunities to drive continuous safety improvements and coaching on governance and SafeWork NSW compliance.