The Project
John Holland, CPB Contractors and Ghella has commenced the design and construction work for the Sydney Metro West - Eastern Tunnelling Package.
With a contract worth $1.63 billion, the Eastern Tunnelling Package includes construction of 3.5-kilometre tunnels under Sydney Harbour between The Bays and the Sydney CBD, and the excavation of Pyrmont and Hunter Street stations. Starting at The Bays, tunnel boring machines will cross the harbour near the Anzac Bridge, before heading to the new Pyrmont station and then under Darling Harbour before reaching Hunter Street in the heart of the CBD.
This position will be based in the CBD.
The role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Safety Advisor to join our Team. This position will assist in supporting the Work, Health and Safety function under general supervision and implement safety practices, systems and procedures. The position will report to the Safety Manager.
- Providing support, coordination and advice of health and safety practices, systems and procedures including coaching and support to stakeholders across the sites
- Providing technical input to delivery, ensuring that legal and contractual obligations / risks are identified, controlled and communicated appropriately
- Maintaining and implementing the Project's WHS policy, management plans, systems and procedures
- Assist with engagement with client representatives, subcontractors and other stakeholders
- Conducting inductions, toolbox talks, and deliver training sessions
- Conducting regular site inspections, reviews and audits to schedule
- Assist in incident reporting and investigation.
Skills and Experience
- Diploma Safety in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent
- Ideally 5+ years' experience in a similar role within Health and Safety teams, preferably on large Civil Construction, Mining or Infrastructure Projects
- Ability to interpret project related documents, preparing reports and monitoring compliance documentation
- Ability to build relationships and rapport with people at all levels
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of risk assessment and monitoring of risk controls
- Strong investigative and auditing skills.
We offer
Competitive remuneration with salary continuance, and salary sacrifice packaging options available.
Career progression underpinned by our exciting pipeline of work means you'll have the opportunity to work on iconic projects that are shaping cities and communities.
Learning and development opportunities where you'll have access to emerging talent programs, building your career through clear career pathways, and technical and leadership training and development opportunities.
Inclusion and diversity is part of how we work and do what we do at John Holland. Our active commitment to being an employer of choice is evident in the delivery of our Gender Equality Strategic Plan supported by our Pride, Celebrate Women, RAP and Grow networks.
Flexible working that works for you as we know flexibility means different things to different people. Whether it's flexi-hours, flexi-parenting, flexi-leave, flexi-shifts, flexi-work, we're committed to helping our people work flexibly.