Senior WHS Advisor — Construction & Renewable Projects (FIFO)

Squadron Energy Pty Ltd; Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Squadron Energy is seeking an experienced Senior WHS Advisor to support a major renewable energy construction project. This field-based role requires hands-on safety leadership across multiple fronts, with a focus on contractor assurance and risk management.

Open to local and FIFO candidates on a 2/1 roster, you will report to the Corporate Health & Safety Manager – Construction & Operations and work closely with project teams to embed safe execution and ensure compliance with WHS legislation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of field-based construction WHS experience.
• Diploma in Work Health and Safety or equivalent qualification.
• ICAM or equivalent incident investigation qualification.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong field presence across construction work fronts and engage with workers and contractors.
• Provide client-side WHS oversight and assurance, monitoring performance and safety systems.
• Support identification, assessment and management of critical risks on high‑risk activities.
• Conduct site inspections and follow up on corrective actions.
• Influence safe behaviors and strengthen risk ownership across teams and contractors.
• Participate in incident investigations and support corrective actions.
• Provide practical WHS advice ensuring compliance with legislation and standards.
• Identify emerging risks and report to management.
• Support WHS initiatives to improve project safety performance.

Skills

Field-based WHS experience

Stakeholder engagement

Autonomous work style

Contractor oversight

Incident investigation

Education

Diploma in WHS

ICAM qualification

Job description

Squadron Energy is seeking an experienced Senior WHS Advisor to support a major renewable energy construction project. This field-based role requires hands-on safety leadership across multiple fronts, with a focus on contractor assurance and risk management.

Open to local and FIFO candidates on a 2/1 roster, you will report to the Corporate Health & Safety Manager – Construction & Operations and work closely with project teams to embed safe execution and ensure compliance with WHS legislation