Senior Health and Safety Advisor – Perth, WA

Senior Health and Safety Advisor – Perth

About the Employer

Our client delivers engineering and construction services across transport, defence and major infrastructure. Its teams combine practical project delivery with technical innovation, collaborative working and a focus on sustainable outcomes.

The Opportunity

Help maintain safe working practices on a major rail signalling upgrade in Perth. Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, you will advise project leaders and site teams throughout the installation, testing and commissioning of modern train control systems.

Your Responsibilities

• Put the project’s integrated safety management system into practice, maintain risk registers and check compliance with legislation and site management plans.
  
• Guide employees and subcontractors on safe work method statements, authorised work plans, pre-start briefings and plant inspection procedures.
  
• Carry out site inspections, safety audits, risk assessments, competency checks and drug and alcohol testing.
  
• Coordinate incident reporting and ICAM investigations, record findings in the relevant reporting systems and follow corrective actions through to completion.
  
• Support injury management and return-to-work arrangements, including treatment planning and consultation with relevant parties.
  
• Turn safety performance data into useful reports, identify emerging risks and support the development of less experienced safety practitioners.
  

Requirements

Skills, Education and Requirements

• At least four years of health and safety practice on substantial construction or infrastructure projects.
  
• A Diploma or Advanced Diploma in health and safety, business or a related field. A degree is preferred.
  
• Lead ICAM Incident Investigation certification is essential.
  
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or a Lead Auditor qualification would be an advantage.
  
• Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety legislation, subcontractor oversight and integrated HSE management systems.
  
• Experience preparing return-to-work plans, conducting safety audits and delivering practical safety training.
  
• A current C-class driver’s licence.
  

Benefits

Why Join?

• Market-aligned remuneration that recognises capability and contribution.
  
• Opportunities to build your career across rail, roads, defence and renewable energy infrastructure.
  
• Ongoing learning and development to support professional growth and future leadership opportunities.
  
• Parental leave provisions designed to support different family needs.
  
• Flexible working arrangements may be discussed according to the role and operational requirements.
  

The employer welcomes a diverse workforce. Applications are encouraged from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and former Australian Defence Force personnel.

How to Apply:

1. Complete the short online candidate registration form: https://zfrmz.com.au/sP3lVXadBxzQ63ExCfYZ
   
2. Send your resume to Anna at recruitment@multiculturalconsulting.com.au.
   

For confidential enquiries, please contact 0481 758 017 or email recruitment@multiculturalconsulting.com.au.