Senior Safety Advisor

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

• Great opportunity for career growth and development with a Tier 1 contractor

• Awarded Top Employer 2022, 2023 & 2024

• Rewarding Salary + Annual Bonuses + Yearly Salary Reviews

The Project & Opportunity:
Acciona has been awarded the Design & Construct contract for the Singleton Bypass. This major project will see construction of 8km of single lane highway with approximately 2.5 km of bridge structures and upgrades to local intersections.
As an experienced Safety Advisor you will identify hazards and assess risks to health and safety, recommend appropriate safety controls to the construction team and provides advice on incident prevention and occupational health to management and employees.
Key Responsibilities:

• Implement Occupational Health and Safety strategies, systems and initiatives

• Ensure the Project is compliant with the requirements of the relevant legislation, Codes of Practice and Australian Standards

• Develop and maintain a base SWMS register and support Project staff in reviewing and updating Project SWMS;

• Prepare and distribute approved "health and safety reports" (i.e. news of recent incidents)

• Coordinate and maintain inspection registers, audits schedules, and compliance registers;

• Participate in site inspections, audits, and Safety Management System reviews

• Minimum of 4 years post trainee phase related experience as an HSE Advisor in the commercial construction industry
• Experience in disciplines such as rail and associated infrastructure
• Certificate IV in Occupational Health and Safety
• Incident Investigation (ICAM/Root Cause or equivalent)

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023 & 2024 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.