WHS Coordinator - Civil Infrastructure Safety & Compliance

Ward Civil & Environmental Engineering; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits

Professional development

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Ward Civil & Environmental Engineering is seeking a WHS professional to join our team and support NSW projects. The role involves practical WHS support, improving site performance and ensuring everyone goes home safely.

Reporting to the HSEQ Manager, you will support NSW projects with daily WHS requirements, conduct safety walks, and contribute to a proactive safety culture across diverse civil infrastructure works.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV, Diploma or equivalent in Work Health and Safety.
• Previous WHS experience in civil construction or a high‑risk environment.
• Experience with traffic management, asbestos works, workplace consultation or incident management is advantageous.
• Experience on TfNSW and Sydney Water projects desirable.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance with NSW WHS legislation and Ward’s WHS system.
• Advise project teams on WHS documentation, SWMS and control measures.
• Conduct daily safety walks, site inspections and audits; track actions.
• Manage incident investigations, reporting and corrective actions.
• Coordinate workplace training needs with project leaders and the HSEQ Manager.
• Monitor subcontractor WHS performance and escalations as needed.
• Support traffic safety, asbestos controls and temporary works compliance.

Skills

WHS knowledge

Communication

Proactive

Risk assessment

Education

Certificate IV / Diploma in WHS

Tools

Dashpivot

Job description

Ward Civil & Environmental Engineering is seeking a WHS professional to join our team and support NSW projects. The role involves practical WHS support, improving site performance and ensuring everyone goes home safely.

Reporting to the HSEQ Manager, you will support NSW projects with daily WHS requirements, conduct safety walks, and contribute to a proactive safety culture across diverse civil infrastructure works.