Senior WHS Advisor

Squadron Energy Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility

Generous leave policy

Job summary

Squadron Energy is seeking an experienced Senior WHS Advisor to support a major renewable energy construction project. This practical, field‑based role focuses on managing health and safety across multiple work fronts and collaborating with project teams and Principal Contractors.

You will demonstrate 5+ years in field construction WHS, client‑side experience, and strong incident investigation skills. A Diploma in WHS and ICAM qualification are preferred, with CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• Approximately 5+ years of field-based construction WHS experience.
• Client-side experience, working with Principal Contractors and project delivery teams in a construction environment.
• Demonstrated experience across multiple construction work fronts and changing priorities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and challenge where necessary.
• Proactive and adaptable, able to work autonomously with sound judgement from day one.
• Practical experience in contractor assurance, site inspections, critical risk management and safety controls verification.
• A Diploma in Work Health and Safety, or equivalent qualification.
• An ICAM or equivalent incident investigation qualification, or demonstrated experience conducting investigations.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and its application to construction and high‑risk work.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Willingness to work on site, with local and FIFO candidates considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong field presence across construction work fronts, engaging with workers, supervisors, contractor representatives and project teams.
• Provide client-side WHS oversight and assurance, monitoring Principal Contractor performance and safety management system implementation.
• Identify, assess and manage critical risks associated with high‑risk construction activities.
• Conduct site inspections, verifications and assurance activities, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Influence safe behaviours and strengthen risk ownership across contractor and internal teams.
• Participate in incident investigations, contribute to root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Provide practical WHS advice to project personnel, ensuring compliance with legislation and standards.
• Identify emerging risks and escalate significant safety concerns with timely reporting to management.
• Support WHS initiatives that improve safety performance and project delivery effectiveness.

Skills

Field-based WHS experience

Client-side experience

Stakeholder engagement

Autonomous work

Contractor assurance

WHS legislation knowledge

CPR/First Aid

On-site readiness

Education

Diploma in Work Health and Safety

ICAM incident investigation qualification

Job description

Bring real Squadron Energy. Real people powering real change.

At Squadron Energy, our purpose is to improve the environment for current and future generations — and we’re doing it by backing big ambition with real delivery.

We’re looking for additional, passionate people to join the Squadron family. If you’re motivated by purposeful work, want to contribute to a team transforming Australia’s energy landscape, and you bring the energy to help us deliver at pace — Please! Keep reading...

SquadronEnergyisAustralia’sleadingrenewableenergycompanythatdevelops,operatesandownsrenewableenergyassetsinAustralia. Withprovenexperienceandexpertiseacrosstheprojectlifecycle,weworkwithlocal communitiesandourcustomerstoleadthetransitiontoAustralia’scleanenergyfuture.

Weare100%Australianownedandhave2gigawatts(GW)ofrenewableenergyinoperationandunder construction.

Why Squadron?

So, what does it mean to work at Squadron? “Bring real Squadron Energy” — meaning we show up with purpose, we back each other, and we do the right thing while delivering outcomes with safety front of mind, always.

What you’ll experience:

We’re united in purpose

Everyone works towards a shared ambition: transforming Australia’s energy landscape. We collaborate, respect each other, and recognise achievements as we deliver high performance.

We stand for what’s right

We deliver safe and purposeful work that makes a positive difference. Quality and excellence underpin what we do, and we strive to work sustainably for the communities we operate in.

We boldly lead

We’re courageously innovative — we take action, try new things, learn from mistakes, and find better ways to create value. We encourage everyone to learn and grow.

The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced, hands‑on Senior WHS Advisor to support a major renewable energy construction project. This opportunity is open to both local and FIFO candidates on a 2/1 Roster.

Reporting to the Corporate Health & Safety Manager – Construction & Operations, you will work closely with project delivery teams and Principal Contractors to support the effective management of health and safety risks across multiple construction work fronts.

This is a practical, field‑based role suited to a confident and adaptable safety professional who understands the demands of major construction projects and can balance site engagement, contractor assurance and competing operational priorities.

You will be comfortable working autonomously, building credible relationships with stakeholders and constructively challenging safety performance where required. We are looking for someone who can quickly understand the project environment, identify emerging risks and make a meaningful contribution from day one.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain a strong field presence across construction work fronts, engaging directly with workers, supervisors, contractor representatives and project delivery teams.

• Provide client‑side WHS oversight and assurance, monitoring Principal Contractor performance and the effective implementation of safety management systems.

• Support the identification, assessment and management of critical risks associated with high‑risk construction activities.

• Conduct site inspections, field verifications and assurance activities, following up on findings to ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively.

• Influence positive safety behaviours and strengthen risk ownership and accountability across contractor and internal teams.

• Participate in incident investigations, contribute to root cause analysis and support the implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions.

• Provide practical WHS advice to project personnel, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, project requirements and company standards.

• Identify emerging risks, escalated significant safety concerns and provide clear, timely reporting to management.

• Support the implementation of WHS initiatives that improve safety performance and strengthen the effectiveness of project delivery.

About you

You are an experienced construction safety professional with a practical, solutions-focused approach and the confidence to operate effectively in a fast‑paced project environment.

You will bring:

• Approximately 5+ years of field‑based construction WHS experience, ideally within renewable energy, infrastructure or major projects.

• Client‑side experience, working with Principal Contractors and project delivery teams in a construction environment.

• Demonstrated experience working across multiple construction work fronts and managing changing priorities.

• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate and constructively challenge where necessary.

• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to work autonomously, exercise sound judgement and add value from day one.

• Practical experience in contractor assurance, site inspections, critical risk management and the verification of safety controls.

• A Diploma in Work Health and Safety, or equivalent qualification.

• An ICAM or equivalent incident investigation qualification, or demonstrated experience conducting effective incident investigations.

• Strong working knowledge of WHS legislation and its practical application to construction and high‑risk work.

• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.

• A willingness to work on site, with both local and FIFO candidates considered.

Squadron's Values‑led behaviours

At Squadron, our values underpin the culture we seek to create, and we look for people who live them in day‑to‑day work.

Our values are:

Humility, Family, Safety, Courage and Determination, Frugality, Stretch Targets, Empowerment, Generating Ideas, Enthusiasm, Integrity.

What this might look like in this role:

• You collaborate generously (Family) and build trust (Humility).

• You prioritise doing the right thing, including safety and quality (Safety, Integrity).

• You act with initiative, learn fast, and improve how work gets done (Generating Ideas, Stretch Targets, Courage and Determination).

What we offer

We’re building a workplace where people feel safe, valued, and empowered to thrive — and our employee experience is designed to match what we say we offer.

Depending on role and location, you can expect:

• A culture that supports learning and growth and encourages people to stretch into new challenges.

• A team environment where people care about each other and collaborate to get big things done.

• Flexibility and positive perks

• A generous leave incentive policy to support your health and wellbeing.

Inclusion & belonging

Squadron Energy is committed to a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect, and where diverse backgrounds strengthen our culture, idea generation and outcomes.

We welcome all applicants from all backgrounds including women, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities and veterans and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

As our commitment to advancing our RAP as part of our ongoing efforts towards reconciliation we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.