Site Safety Advisor – Civil Road Construction

seek.com.au; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Transport provided

Meals or LAFHA on site

Job summary

We are seeking a Site Safety Advisor to join a leading civil road contractor in Far North Queensland. You will report to the Project Manager and ensure WHS compliance across multiple sites, promoting a strong safety culture and managing risk.

The role is DIDO based, about 100 km from Cairns, with a 5 days on/2 days off roster. Accommodation and transport are provided, with on-site meals or LAFHA paid where applicable.

Qualifications

• Cert IV in WHS is required.
• Minimum four years experience in civil road construction.
• Strong knowledge of Queensland WHS legislation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• White Card and current driver's licence required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure WHS compliance across construction sites.
• Conduct site safety audits, inspections and risk assessments.
• Provide safety training and inductions.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain and update Safety Management Systems.
• Collaborate with site teams to promote safety culture.

Skills

Cert IV WHS

WHS knowledge

Leadership

Communication

White Card

Regional location work

Risk assessment

Education

Cert IV in WHS

White Card

Tools

Safety Management Systems

Job description

Site Safety Advisor – Civil Road Construction

Leading Road Construction Civil Contractor
Location: Far North Queensland, DIDO based on 5/2
Employment Type: Full-time

About Us

We are a leading civil construction company completing road construction & rehabilitation projects across Far North Queensland. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality infrastructure while maintaining strict safety standards.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Safety Advisor to join our team. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring workplace health and safety (WHS) compliance across our construction sites. Your responsibility will be to promote a strong safety culture, implement the Company's Integrated Management System and apply risk management strategies to keep our workforce safe.

DIDO position

The position is based approximately 100 km from Cairns and is available as a DIDO role. Our preferred roster is 5 days on 2 days off. However, we are open to discussing alternative roster arrangements for the right candidate. Accommodation and transport will be provided. Either meals or LAFHA payment in lieu is provided on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with WHS regulations, industry standards, and company policies
• Conduct site safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments
• Provide safety training and inductions to employees and contractors
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions
• Maintain and update Safety Management Systems
• Collaborate with site teams to promote a positive safety culture

Requirements

• Relevant safety qualifications (e.g., Cert IV in WHS)
• A minimum of four years experience in civil road construction
• Strong understanding of Queensland safety legislation
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work in regional locations away from home
• White Card and current driver's licence required

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dynamic and growing team in road construction
• Work with experienced civil contractor
• Supportive and safety-focused work environment