WHS Field Consultant

SA Power Networks; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

13% superannuation

Electricity reimbursements

Leave loading 17.5%

Income protection

Parental leave

Parental leave (secondary)

Health insurance discounts

Volunteering leave

Job summary

SA Power Networks is seeking a skilled WHS Advisor to provide specialist health and safety support across projects in South Australia. You will influence safe behaviours, identify risks and ensure compliance with SA Power Networks procedures.

Ideal candidates will bring robust experience in construction safety, strong communication, and relevant certifications. The role supports flexible working arrangements and a focus on work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to provide specialist WHS advice to project managers, employees and contractors.
• Ability to coach and mentor teams to achieve compliance with WHS legislation and procedures.
• Strong risk identification and mitigation in operational/construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist WHS support to project managers, employees and contractors.
• Deliver practical advice and visible safety leadership to ensure compliance.
• Mentor and coach staff to improve safety behaviours and project delivery.

Skills

WHS leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Risk assessment

Construction safety

Communication

Education

Certificate IV in Workplace Training

First Aid Certificate

Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety Management

SA Driver’s Licence

Diploma in WHS

Job description

Looking for the next opportunity where your work genuinely matters? Join SA Power Networks and help power homes, businesses and communities across South Australia –today and into the future.

About the role

you will provide specialist work health and safety support to project managers, employees and contractors. Through practical advice, visible safety leadership, mentoring and coaching, you will help ensure operational activities comply with WHS legislation and SA Power Networks procedures.

Culture & benefits

At SA Power Networks, you’ll be part of a team where our values shape how we work every day.

We keep everyone safe, collaborate with purpose, take the initiative, and rise to the challenge to deliver for our people, customers and communities.

We offer an environment that values safety above all, encourages new ideas, and supports you to grow your career while making a meaningful contribution to South Australia.

You will also enjoy:

• Flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on work-life balance
• 13% superannuation (1% above current legislated employer contributions)
• Up to $900 in electricity reimbursements each year
• 17.5% leave loading payable on annual leave
• Income Protection Coverage
• Primary Parental Leave (18 weeks) and Secondary Parental Leave (5 weeks)
• Corporate discounts on health insurance and gym memberships
• 1 paid day of volunteering leave

About you

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring: You are a confident and collaborative WHS professional who can build credibility in operational and construction environments. You communicate complex requirements in a practical way, influence positive safety behaviours and work effectively with employees, leaders and contractors. Your sound judgement, attention to detail and proactive approach will enable you to identify risk, strengthen compliance and support safe project delivery.

Essential:

• Training competency (Certificate IV in Workplace Training) or equivalent
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety Management
• Current unencumbered SA Driver’s Licence

Desirable:

• 5+ years’ experience in construction
• Diploma in WHS.

About us

SA Power Networks plays a vital role in South Australia, connecting homes, businesses and communities to a safe, reliable and efficient electricity network.

We’re proud to be leading the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future, working closely with communities across the state to achieve meaningful change.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. With a collaborative culture, strong development pathways and a commitment to innovation, you’ll be supported to grow your career while making a real impact, connecting South Australians to a better energy future, today.

Want to know more?

Tania Rodgers

Tania.Rodgers”sapowernetworks.com.au

Applications close 15/10/2026

Diversity & inclusion

SA Power Networks is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all genders, ages, ethnicities and sexual orientations, and from people with disability.

We want everyone to have an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience. If you require reasonable adjustments, an application form in an alternative format or another accessible way to participate in the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail]

For more information about SA Power Networks visit www.sapowernetworks.com.au