WHS Advisor

Enerven; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double time overtime

Leave loading 17.5%

13% superannuation

Electricity reimbursement

Employee referral program

Job summary

Enerven is looking for a WHS Advisor to support safety across South Australia’s HV electrical projects. The role is predominantly field-based (about 70%), partnering with construction crews, supervisors and project teams to ensure safe delivery of major infrastructure works.

You will review SWMS, conduct safety observations, coach crews, and help close out safety actions across diverse sites, including remote locations. A Cert IV or Diploma in WHS is highly regarded.

Qualifications

• WHS experience within civil construction, electrical infrastructure or similar high-risk environments.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, codes, standards and safety systems.
• Experience conducting safety observations, audits, inspections and risk assessments.
• Ability to coach and influence towards compliant safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety observations, inspections and field audits.
• Engage with crews to understand work and assess control effectiveness.
• Verify SWMS and risk controls are followed in practice.
• Provide practical safety coaching and address issues as they arise.
• Support incident reporting, investigations and corrective actions.
• Prepare monthly WHS reporting and client updates.

Skills

WHS experience

Construction safety

Communication skills

Influencing / coaching

Autonomous site work

Education

WHS Cert IV or Diploma

Tools

SWMS development

Enablon

SitePass

Job description

• 70% field-based | Variety of operational and project environments
• Opportunity to work across South Australia with travel and site-based rosters
• 13% super | x2 Overtime rates | Electricity rebates

Enerven delivers electrical infrastructure and telecommunications solutions that are vital to connecting communities across Australia. Our design, construction, and maintenance services ensure reliable power generation, transmission, and distribution to homes and businesses nationwide - and our commitment to renewable energy and resilient grid infrastructure sets us apart.

The expertise and dedication of our people spans the entire electricity network, so careers at Enerven are defined by meaningful contributions and impactful work.

At Enerven, we’re connecting you with tomorrow.

About the role

At Enerven, safety isn't something that happens from behind a desk. Our WHS Advisors are out where the work happens - alongside construction crews, supervisors and project teams, supporting the safe delivery of some of South Australia's most significant HV electrical maintenance and infrastructure projects.

We're looking for a WHS Advisor who understands construction, can talk to a crew as comfortably as they can talk to a Project Manager, and isn't afraid to get involved when they see something that needs attention.

With around 70% of your time field-based, you'll work across a diverse range of operational teams and sites, including remote work sites where you'll be the WHS presence on the ground.

You'll be involved in:

• Conducting safety observations, inspections and field audits
• Spending time with crews to understand how work is being performed and whether controls are effective
• Verifying procedures, SWMS and risk controls are being followed in practice
• Providing practical safety coaching and addressing issues as they arise
• Working with supervisors and project leaders to close out safety actions
• Attending pre-starts, toolbox talks and operational safety meetings
• Developing and reviewing SWMS and risk controls as new work and projects get underway
• Supporting incident reporting, investigations and corrective actions
• Conducting vehicle, plant and site safety checks
• Monitoring subcontractor compliance and performance
• Monitoring safety systems including Enablon and SitePass
• Preparing monthly WHS reporting and project/client updates
• Attending client meetings and representing WHS in operational discussions
• Working alongside the Environment team on environmental matters identified in the field

About you

We're looking for someone who understands what it means to work in a high-risk construction environment and has experience with heavy civils works such as excavation, trenching, working at heights, mobile plant operation and civil construction.

You will also have a good understanding of electrical work environments and the hazards associated with working around HV electrical infrastructure.

But what matters most is that you're someone who can walk onto a site, understand the work, earn the crew's respect and have the conversation that needs to be had.

You will also bring:

• WHS experience within civil construction, electrical infrastructure, utilities or a similar high-risk environment
• A strong understanding of WHS legislation, codes, standards and safety systems
• Experience conducting safety observations, audits, inspections and risk assessments
• Confidence reviewing and developing SWMS and risk controls
• The ability to coach and influence rather than simply police compliance
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to challenge when required
• The ability to build relationships with everyone from field crews to senior project leaders
• A practical, solutions-focused approach
• The ability to work autonomously across multiple sites and operational teams
• A current driver's licence and the flexibility to travel across South Australia
• A relevant WHS qualification such as a Cert IV or Diploma will be highly regarded

About us

The work behind the network

When you join Enerven, you are working for a team guided by its core values of dependability, proactiveness and collaboration.

A skilled and diverse workforce

Our broad industry skillset enables us to meet complex challenges with agility and expertise. Our team is at the forefront of change - building a more sustainable future by connecting Australia with tomorrow.

Outstanding culture of safety and well-being

Health, safety and well-being form the foundations of our operations, and we have an unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our people, our customers and the community we serve.

Flexible work options and employee benefit programs

Enjoy flexible working conditions that ensure you can have a better work, life balance, all in a collaborative, safe and supportive work environment. Our variety of employee benefits include:

• All overtime (over 37.5hrs per week) at DOUBLE TIME
• 17.5% leave loading on annual leave
• 13% superannuation
• Up to $900 in electricity reimbursement each year
• Generous Employee Referral Program with incentives of up to $5,000*
• Automatic coverage from our income protection scheme
• 18 weeks paid primary carers parental leave
• Ability to purchase extra annual leave of up to 20 days
• Salary sacrifice towards novated lease vehicle
• Corporate discount towards health insurance and gym memberships
• Leadership and career development opportunities

An inclusive and equal opportunity organisation

We value and respect the unique backgrounds and experiences of our employees, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. As members of the Diversity Council Australia, our employees can receive full access to research, events and expertise on all aspects of diversity and inclusion.

Given safety is at the forefront of everything we do, candidates will undergo comprehensive pre-employment screening, including a medical and a police check.

Enerven is part of the SA Power Networks Group, with employment formally engaged via Utilities Management Pty Ltd (UMPL)