Senior Safety Advisor

Morson Edge; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Edge Australia is seeking an experienced Senior HSE Advisor/HSE Manager to take ownership of WHSE across the business on Sydney-based construction projects. You will lead WHSE functions, develop and maintain management systems, and provide practical safety coaching to project teams.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in WHSE/HSE leadership within commercial construction, with strong knowledge of WHS legislation, audits, and incident investigations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a WHSE or HSE Manager position within commercial construction.
• Tier 2 construction experience highly regarded.
• Diploma in Work Health and Safety or higher qualification.
• Proven experience developing, implementing and maintaining WHSE management systems.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• A proactive approach to safety leadership and driving cultural change.
• Current White Card and driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage WHSE functions across multiple live construction projects.
• Maintain and continuously improve WHSE management systems, procedures and documentation.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits and incident investigations.
• Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks and ongoing workforce training.
• Ensure compliance with relevant WHS legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with project managers and site teams, providing practical safety advice and coaching.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety performance and overall WHSE culture.

Skills

WHSE leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigations

Workplace safety

Education

Diploma in WHS

Tools

ISO 45001

Job description

Our client is a well-established commercial construction company delivering high-quality new build, fit-out and refurbishment projects across Sydney. With a strong industry reputation and a collaborative team culture, they have built long-standing relationships with clients and subcontractors. They are now looking for an experienced Senior HSE Advisor/HSE Manager to take ownership of safety across the business, driving best practice and fostering a proactive safety culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage WHSE functions across multiple live construction projects.
• Maintain and continuously improve WHSE management systems, procedures and documentation.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits and incident investigations.
• Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks and ongoing workforce training.
• Ensure compliance with relevant WHS legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with project managers and site teams, providing practical safety advice and coaching.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety performance and overall WHSE culture.

About You:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a WHSE or HSE Manager position within commercial construction.
• Tier 2 construction experience highly regarded.
• Diploma in Work Health and Safety or higher qualification.
• Proven experience developing, implementing and maintaining WHSE management systems.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• A proactive approach to safety leadership and driving cultural change.
• Current White Card and driver's licence.

The Company:

Join a well-established commercial construction business with a strong reputation for delivering quality projects across Sydney. With a collaborative culture and a commitment to maintaining high standards, this is an opportunity to take ownership of the WHSE function and make a genuine impact across the business.