Health & Safety Advisor

The Parklife Metro Consortium is working on an exciting new metro rail infrastructure project in Greater Western Sydney.This city shaping project, which will be delivered under a Public Private Partnership, will provide a major economic stimulus for Western Sydney. 
  
WeBuild as a D&C Contractor member, will be responsible for the successful delivery of the design and construction elements of the project, and we are currently looking to appoint Health & Safety Advisors. 

The Role:

As a Health and Safety Advisor, your responsibility will be to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and best practices on construction sites.
You will play a vital role in maintaining a safe working environment for all personnel involved in construction projects, including employees, subcontractors, and visitors.
Your expertise and guidance will be critical in promoting a culture of safety and minimising the risk of accidents, injuries, and occupational hazards.

This position is a site-based role and it required to follow construction working time.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify potential hazards, assess risks, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Provide professional advice, guidance, and support to project teams, site managers, and subcontractors on all health and safety matters.
• Assist in the development and delivery of comprehensive health and safety training programs for employees and subcontractors, including toolbox talks and safety inductions.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, and provide detailed reports with recommendations for preventive measures and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with project teams to review construction plans and designs, ensuring they meet health and safety requirements and consider risk mitigation strategies.
• Stay up to date with changes in health and safety legislation and industry best practices, and proactively communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Conduct safety audits and monitor subcontractors' compliance with health and safety standards, contractual obligations, and site-specific safety plans.
• Promote a positive safety culture by organizing safety campaigns, initiatives, and awareness programs to engage all personnel and enhance their safety awareness.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings, risk assessments, and method statement reviews to identify potential hazards and ensure appropriate control measures are in place.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Health and Safety Advisor in the construction industry, preferably within a Tier 1 Contractor organisation.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation, regulations, and codes of practice, Rail industry will be an advantage.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, hazards, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive incident investigations and produce detailed reports with actionable recommendations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong commitment to continuous improvement in health and safety performance.