Senior Safety Advisor - Major Residential Construction

Versatile Construction; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Versatile Group in Sydney seeks a Senior Safety Advisor to lead WHS performance on major residential and mixed-use developments. You will partner with project teams, drive proactive safety culture, embed risk controls, and deliver practical safety solutions on site across multiple fronts.

You will influence planning through to delivery, coach supervisors and subcontractors, and ensure NSW WHS compliance while supporting continuous improvement in a fast-paced, integrated builder-developer

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a construction WHS/WHSE role, preferably on large-scale residential, commercial, or mixed-use developments.
• Demonstrated success influencing safety outcomes on complex projects valued at $100M+.
• Strong understanding of NSW WHS legislation, regulatory requirements, and industry best practice.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with project teams, subcontractors, and senior leadership.
• Experience leading investigations, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership skills.
• ICAM investigation experience highly regarded.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach and a genuine passion for creating safer workplaces.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational WHS leadership across major construction projects.
• Partner with Project Managers and Construction Managers to drive safety performance and accountability.
• Influence project planning and delivery decisions through proactive risk management and practical safety solutions.
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and effective corrective actions.
• Analyse safety performance data and trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Lead site audits, inspections, and assurance activities across multiple work fronts.
• Coach and mentor supervisors, subcontractors, and project teams to strengthen safety leadership capability.
• Deliver engaging safety initiatives, training programs, and behavioural safety interventions.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of WHSE systems, standards, and business-wide improvement initiatives.
• Promote a culture where safety, quality, and operational excellence are embedded in everyday decision-making.

Job description

Versatile Group in Sydney seeks a Senior Safety Advisor to lead WHS performance on major residential and mixed-use developments. You will partner with project teams, drive proactive safety culture, embed risk controls, and deliver practical safety solutions on site across multiple fronts.

You will influence planning through to delivery, coach supervisors and subcontractors, and ensure NSW WHS compliance while supporting continuous improvement in a fast-paced, integrated builder-developer