Senior WHS Project Advisor

Umwelt Pty Ltd; Victoria; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work arrangements

#MEDays wellbeing days

Employee Share Plan (ESP)

Job summary

Umwelt is seeking a Senior WHS Project Advisor to partner with project teams and field ecologists across WA, SA and VIC, delivering safe and compliant environmental projects. You will lead risk assessments, develop practical WHS strategies, deliver training, and maintain safety management plans while collaborating with clients and regulators to strengthen safety culture and continuous improvement.

With an employee-owned culture, Umwelt offers flexible work arrangements, paid parental leave,

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or related discipline.
• Five years’ experience in a comparable WHS role, ideally within consulting/environmental services.
• Strong understanding of national WHS regulations, standards and best practices.
• Experience improving WHS and quality management systems aligned with ISO 45001 and ISO 9001.
• RTW Coordinator & Mental Health First Aid qualifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Willingness to travel interstate and attend client sites across Western Australia.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed project risk assessments and implement practical controls for WHS and quality risks.
• Develop and continuously improve WHS strategies, policies and procedures.
• Deliver engaging training to build capability and safety culture.
• Prepare and maintain project safety management plans and mobilisations.
• Conduct audits and site inspections and close out corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses.

Skills

WHS knowledge

Communication

Analytical skills

MS Office

Auditing

Education

Degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

• One of Australia’s largest employee-owned environmental consultancies
• Vibrant team culture with diverse project opportunities
• Additional benefit of #ME days (Paid Wellbeing Days)

About Umwelt

At Umwelt, we use environmental and social expertise to create positive change. As one of Australia’s leading employeeowned environmental and social consultancies, we work with clients to deliver sustainable outcomes that balance environmental, social and economic priorities.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior WHS Project Advisor to partner directly with our project teams and field ecologists, helping ensure safe and successful delivery of environmental projects across Western Australia, South Australia and Victoria.

You’ll spend time engaging with ecologists and environmental professionals, supporting remote and regional projects, participating in mobilisations, visiting client sites and helping teams identify and manage risks in dynamic field environments. From flora and fauna surveys in remote locations through to major infrastructure and resource sector projects, you’ll provide practical advice that enables our people to work safely while delivering exceptional outcomes for clients.

Reporting to the Safety, Quality and Integrated Systems Lead, you’ll work closely with project managers, technical specialists and clients to strengthen safety culture, support compliance, develop practical safety solutions and contribute directly to project success across a diverse portfolio of repeat and long term client projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead detailed project risk assessments, identify hazards and work with project teams to implement practical controls for health, safety, environment and quality risks
• Develop and continuously improve practical WHS and quality strategies, policies and procedures aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Deliver engaging training that builds capability, strengthens safety culture and supports compliance across the business and its projects
• Prepare and maintain projectspecific safety management plans, contribute to mobilisation meetings, and attend client and project sites when required
• Conduct audits and site inspections, verify compliance with relevant standards and requirements, and support teams to close out corrective actions
• Lead incident investigations, identify root causes and lessons learned, and drive timely actions and reporting to prevent recurrence
• Provide trusted, practical advice to project teams and clients, helping them strengthen systems and drive continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, clients, subcontractors and regulators to promote proactive WHS and quality management
• Maintain accurate WHS and quality records, prepare clear reports, and communicate insights and outcomes to relevant stakeholders

About You:

We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior WHS Projects Advisor who combines strong technical capability with a practical, collaborative approach to safety and quality. You will bring:

• A degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or a related discipline
• At least five years’ experience in a comparable, hands‑on WHS role, ideally within consulting, environmental services or another project-based industry
• A strong understanding of national WHS regulations, standards and best practices
• Experience improving WHS and quality management systems aligned with ISO 45001 and ISO 9001, together with demonstrated ability to develop clear, practical policies and procedures
• Experience working within consulting or project delivery teams and providing practical WHS and compliance advice across the project lifecycle
• A strong understanding of compliance and accompanying systems to monitor and measure safety outcomes
• An ability to complete internal auditing and demonstrate risk mitigation techniques
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to assess WHS and quality issues and develop practical, effective solutions
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines, work effectively under pressure without compromising on safety
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook) & Adobe Acrobat
• A Return to Work (RTW) Coordinator & Mental Health First Aid qualifications (or willingness to obtain)
• Willingness to travel interstate and attend client and project sites across Western Australia

What We Offer:

Our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to creating a workplace where they can grow, contribute and thrive. As part of the Umwelt team, you will receive:

• A role collaborating with experienced professionals to support your growth and development
• Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers
• Flexible work arrangements to support a work/life balance
• Opportunities to work nationally across diverse and technically challenging projects
• #MEDays: an Umwelt wellbeing initiative offering staff extra paid days off
• Generous additional hours policy and working away from home benefits
• Opportunities to join Umwelt’s Employee Share Plan (ESP)
• A workplace culture of learning and personal development, with a mix of in‑house and externally hosted training opportunities offered as well as mentorship
• Established and well considered wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands‑on training
• A competitive salary based on skills and experience

Why Join Umwelt?

This is an opportunity to be more than a compliance advisor. You’ll become a trusted project partner, working alongside highly experienced ecologists, environmental consultants and project leaders to help deliver meaningful projects.

You’ll enjoy a balance of office and site-based work, the opportunity to influence how safety is integrated into project delivery and the chance to develop strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams working in some of Australia’s most unique environments.

As an employee-owned business, every person at Umwelt plays a role in our success. We invest in our people, support professional growth and foster a culture where collaboration, wellbeing and continuous improvement are genuinely valued.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and kindness.

The Umwelt team are privileged to collaborate closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment not only enriches our workplace culture but also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do. Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyone’s unique perspectives and contributions are valued.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake pre‑employment screening, which includes verification of work rights, identity and qualifications, and may include criminal history checks, medicals and other specific assessments where applicable.