Senior HSE Advisor

Hickory; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Novated Leases

Family-Friendly Policies

Employee Wellbeing

Travel Perks

Continuous Career Advancement

Supportive Culture

Diverse Opportunities

Job summary

A prominent construction company in Sydney is seeking a Senior HSE Advisor to enhance safety, health, and environmental compliance across various operations. Key responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, leading incident investigations, and collaborating with teams to maintain safety standards. The ideal candidate should have relevant WHS qualifications and strong communication skills. This company offers a range of employee benefits including work-life balance and continuous career advancement.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in WHS, or a Diploma in WHS, or Cert IV WHS with relevant experience, or a trade background.
• ICAM Lead Investigator qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Previous safety auditing experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the site operations comply with the Site Safety and Environmental Plans.
• Conduct site-specific inductions for all workers and daily informal safety walks.
• Consult regularly with the workers and management on-site regarding safety issues.

Skills

Proficiency in Hammertech

Strong computer skills

Exceptional understanding of plant safety requirements

Excellent communication skills

Advanced documentation management skills

In-depth knowledge of workplace safety legislation

Familiarity with construction-related industrial relations

Education

Tertiary qualifications in WHS

Diploma in WHS

Cert IV WHS

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At Hickory, we don’t believe in standing still, for over three decades we have continually invested in researching and developing systems and products to improve the way we build. Our philosophy is ‘MADE for LIFE’ - it’s a commitment we honour, each day. Everything we do and everything we build is ‘MADE for LIFE.’ Whether it’s refining our patented, prefabricated building products, developing more efficient and sustainable construction practices, or bringing expertise inhouse to supply critical components, we always believe there is a better way. As a result, Hickory have become one of the most diverse property companies in Australia.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Due to our presence in NSW ever growing, we are seeking a Senior HSE Advisor to join the Hickory team. The HSE Advisor is pivotal in fostering a culture of safety, health and environmental compliance across diverse industrial operations. This role aims to ensure the wellbeing of employees by implementing and monitoring robust safety measures, regulatory compliance and environmental sustainability initiatives. The HSE Advisor works collaboratively with operational teams, conducts risk assessments, drives safety communication and leads incident investigations to continuously improve safety protocols. The primary purpose is to safeguard lives, prevent workplace incidents and maintain environmental responsibility in alignment with industry regulations and best practices.

WHAT HICKORY CAN OFFER

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule with a standard 5-day work week.
• Novated Leases: Take advantage of novated leasing options to maximize your salary and enjoy tax savings on vehicle expenses.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Receive paid parental leave to support your family needs.
• Employee Wellbeing: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for valuable support and resources.
• Travel Perks: Benefit from discounted hotel rates.
• Continuous Career Advancement: Unlock your potential through ongoing career development and growth prospects.
• Supportive Culture: Thrive in a nurturing team environment that values both collective and individual achievements.
• Diverse Opportunities: Gain exposure to a wide range of roles and industry leaders in our leading market company.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that the site operations comply with the Site Safety and Environmental Plans, as relevant.
• Conduct site-specific inductions for all workers and daily informal safety walk (plus weekly formal inspection).
• Consult regularly with the workers (and management) on-site and ensure all safety issues are discussed and communicated with the workforce.
• Continually monitor works on-site to ensure that all workers are complying to their SWMS and work processes, including completion of task observations.
• Assist to identify hazards and ensure that subcontractors and Hickory are providing adequate supervision to workers on-site.
• Complete weekly Risk Forecast, as appropriate update the Project Risk Assessment for the workplace, as required.
• Identify training opportunities for Hickory employees on-site so that they can complete their tasks in a safe manner whilst ensuring the plant is as per procedure.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE

• Tertiary qualifications in WHS, or a Diploma in WHS, or Cert IV WHS with relevant experience, or a trade background.
• ICAM Lead Investigator qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Proficiency in Hammertech and other HSE construction technologies.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Exceptional understanding of plant safety requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively to large groups of workers.
• Advanced documentation management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of workplace safety legislation.
• Familiarity with construction-related industrial relations.
• Exceptional understanding of construction processes, including precast concrete panel manufacture and erection, electrical installations, mobile plant, and fixed plant.
• Previous safety auditing experience.

If this sounds like your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you as soon as possible! Submit your CV today. Due to the volume of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted - thank you for your understanding.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management

• Industries

  Construction

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