A major transport infrastructure project (valued at more than $1 billion) is underway across South East Queensland, delivering complex rail, station and civil works in a live operational workplace. The head contractor is seeking a Senior Health and Safety Advisor to provide field-focused health and safety leadership for brownfield construction works. You'll coach leaders and crews, verify that critical controls are effective, and help the delivery team plan high-risk work safely in a disciplined, regulated transport environment.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with construction leaders to embed health and safety strategy into daily planning and field execution
Provide specialist advice on Queensland WHS requirements, rail safety duties and project standards
Review high-risk construction work documentation, safe work method statements and critical-control verifications
Undertake regular field interactions, inspections and leadership walks across day, night and weekend shifts
Coach supervisors and subcontractors to improve risk assessment and worker consultation quality
Facilitate risk workshops for possessions, temporary works, lifting and other high-risk activities




Respond to safety incidents and manage investigations appropriately
Ensure project systems meet Queensland legislation and industry best practice standards
Monitor and report on safety performance metrics and emerging trends
Support operational readiness and safe handover activities
What We're Looking For
Diploma or degree in work health and safety, occupational health, risk or related discipline
Formal incident investigation training
8+ years' HSE experience including senior advisory responsibility on $100m+ construction or transport projects
Demonstrated rail, brownfield or live-operational-environment safety experience
Working knowledge of Queensland WHS legislation and high-risk construction controls
2+ years' average tenure per employer with at least one senior HSE role held for 3+ years
Current construction induction card and ability to obtain rail corridor competencies
Available for rostered night, weekend and possession coverage
Strong coaching and communication skills
Practical site presence and authentic engagement with workforce
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📌 Senior Health And Safety Advisor (Melbourne)
🏢 6Points
📍 Melbourne