Downer Energy and Utilities is seeking an experienced Senior HSE Advisor to support the delivery of our Transmission and Substation projects across Australia and New Zealand. This is a senior project assurance role focused on site assurance, system quality, risk governance and the verification of critical controls across complex high risk construction environments.

Key responsibilities

- Leading assurance of Health and Safety Management Plan implementation and control effectiveness.
- Maintaining and governing the Zero Harm risk register.
- Conducting critical control verification, inspections and targeted surveillance activities.
- Supporting incident investigations, corrective actions and organisational learning.
- Providing oversight of subcontractor HSE governance and performance.
- Delivering inductions, training, coaching and capability development initiatives.
- Supporting client audits, regulatory engagements and external assurance activities.
- Monitoring HSE systems, reporting, data integrity and compliance performance.

What we're looking for

- A qualification in Work Health and Safety or a related discipline such as a Certificate IV, Diploma or higher qualification.
- A current White Card and relevant site access requirements.
- Significant experience in senior HSE roles within transmission, substations, utilities, infrastructure, construction or other high risk project environments.
- Demonstrated experience in site assurance, risk management, control verification and HSE governance.




- Strong knowledge of Australian WHS legislation, contractor management and permit to work systems.
- Experience supporting audits, investigations, corrective action programs and external assurance activities.
- Exceptional communication, coaching and stakeholder engagement skills.
- The confidence to challenge unsafe behaviours, intervene where required and influence stakeholders using practical risk based advice.

What we offer

- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities to work on major energy infrastructure projects.
- Ongoing learning, development and career progression opportunities.
- Competitive remuneration and employee benefits.
- A strong commitment to safety, inclusion and employee wellbeing.
- The opportunity to play a critical role in delivering essential energy infrastructure across Australia and Current Zealand.

About Energy and Utilities

Downer is an integrated services company delivering safe and sustainable solutions across diverse industry sectors. Within Energy and Utilities, we design, build and maintain critical infrastructure that powers communities and supports Australia's transition to a more sustainable energy future.

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Downer is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities.

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📌 Senior HSE Advisor (Queensland)
🏢 Downer
📍 Queensland