Senior Safety Coordinator — Multi‑Site Construction Safety Lead

Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure is seeking a Senior Safety Coordinator to support the West Region Delivery Team in delivering critical water infrastructure projects across Western Sydney. This hands-on, site-based role works with project teams to provide practical safety leadership and ensure compliance with legislative and client requirements.

You will conduct site inspections, mentor crews, lead investigations using ICAM/5 Whys, and promote a proactive safety culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in Health & Safety Advisor, Safety Advisor or Senior Safety Coordinator roles supporting civil construction and/or water infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of WHS legislation and its practical application on site.
• Experience supporting multiple work fronts and balancing priorities across several active sites.
• Strong incident investigation skills, including ICAM and 5 Whys methodologies.
• Ability to engage, coach and influence project teams, supervisors and subcontractors at all levels.
• Proactive approach to hazard identification, risk management and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical health and safety support to project teams across multiple construction sites.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and workplace observations to identify hazards and verify controls are effective.
• Support risk assessments, SWMS reviews and project planning activities.
• Coach and mentor supervisors, engineers and frontline crews on safe work practices.
• Lead and support incident investigations, including ICAM and 5 Whys, and drive corrective actions to completion.
• Monitor compliance with WHS legislation, client requirements and company procedures.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings and pre-starts to promote a positive safety culture.
• Track safety performance, identify trends and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with operational teams, subcontractors and client representatives.
• Assist project teams in achieving safety objectives while supporting the successful delivery of works.

Skills

Safety leadership

Incident investigation

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching & mentoring

Hazard identification

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

Construction White Card

Job description

Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure is seeking a Senior Safety Coordinator to support the West Region Delivery Team in delivering critical water infrastructure projects across Western Sydney. This hands-on, site-based role works with project teams to provide practical safety leadership and ensure compliance with legislative and client requirements.

You will conduct site inspections, mentor crews, lead investigations using ICAM/5 Whys, and promote a proactive safety culture.