Job Description
About the Company
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Zitron is a global leader in tunnel ventilation systems, delivering critical infrastructure solutions across metro, rail, and underground projects worldwide.
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About the Role
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We are seeking an experienced Site H&S; Rep to support the installation of tunnel ventilation systems.
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Acting as site H&S; rep across 3 station construction sites, you'll provide to the construction team an independent oversight, knowledge center, and a client point of contact.
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You will be working across 3 underground stations.
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Duties & Responsibilities
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Site WHS Management
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Promote and maintain a strong WHS culture across all site activities.
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Conduct regular site inspections and proactively identify hazards and unsafe conditions.
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Monitor compliance with the project's WHS management plan, procedures and client requirements.
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Provide practical WHS advice to the Project Manager, Site Supervisors, engineers and subcontractors.
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Challenge unsafe work practices and intervene where immediate action is required.
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Review and provide input into SWMS, JHAs, risk assessments and method statements prior to commencement of works.
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Identify high-risk activities associated with the installation of tunnel ventilation equipment and ensure appropriate controls are implemented.
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Participate in pre-starts, toolbox talks and task-specific risk reviews.
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Monitor changes to work activities and ensure risks are reassessed when site conditions or methodologies change.
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Verify that control measures remain effective throughout the works.
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Mechanical Installation Safety
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Monitor protected execution of installation activities including:
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ventilation fans and associated equipment
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ductwork and supports
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dampers and attenuators
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access platforms and walkways
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mechanical plant and lifting operations
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electrical/mechanical




equipment installation
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Ensure appropriate controls are implemented for manual handling, pinch/crush points, suspended loads, dropped objects and temporary works.
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Underground / Station Environment
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Monitor hazards associated with working in underground environments.
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Ensure appropriate controls for access/egress, ventilation, emergency response, lighting, communications and interaction with other contractors.
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Monitor housekeeping and maintenance of safe access routes.
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Coordinate with the principal contractor and other work packages where activities interface.
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Working at Heights & Lifting
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Monitor compliance with working-at-height requirements, including scaffolds, EWPs, ladders and temporary platforms.
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Verify lifting plans, exclusion zones and controls for cranes, hoists and other lifting equipment.
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Monitor rigging and dogging activities and ensure suspended-load controls are maintained.
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Identify and control dropped-object risks.
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Electrical / Commissioning Safety
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Monitor electrical safety and isolation/LOTO requirements during installation, testing and commissioning.
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Ensure appropriate controls are in place for energisation and commissioning activities.
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Participate in commissioning risk assessments and permit-to-work processes.
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Coordinate WHS requirements associated with mechanical and electrical interfaces.
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Monitor subcontractor compliance with project WHS requirements.
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Review subcontractor documentation and ensure workers are appropriately inducted and competent for their tasks.
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Participate in subcontractor pre-starts and coordination meetings.
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Follow up corrective actions and ensure close-out within agreed timeframes.
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Escalate persistent or serious non-compliance to the Project Manager.
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Assist with investigation of incidents, near misses and hazards.
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Ensure incidents are reported, investigated and corrective actions implemented.
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Participate in emergency response planning and drills.
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Maintain awareness of emergency access, evacuation routes, first aid and rescue arrangements.
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Inspections, Audits & Reporting
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Conduct routine WHS inspections and audits.
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Maintain records of observations, inspections, incidents and corrective actions.
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Track outstanding WHS actions through to close-out.
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Prepare regular WHS reports for the Project Manager and project management team.
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Identify trends and recommend improvements.
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Worker Engagement
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Encourage workers to report hazards, near misses and safety concerns.
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Facilitate toolbox talks and safety briefings where required.
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Engage directly with workers to understand practical safety issues.
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Promote consultation and participation in WHS matters.
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About You
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At least Cert IV in Work Health and Safety (or equivalent)
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Minimum of 5 years' practical/hands-on WHS experience in construction, preferably major
civil/infrastructure
projects, together with demonstrated knowledge of NSW WHS legislation, risk management, incident investigation, construction safety systems and subcontractor management.
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What We Offer
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High likelihood of extension into long-term roles pending upcoming project awards
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Competitive rates based on experience
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Immediate start preferred
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📌 Site H&S Rep - Tunnel Ventilation Systems (New South Wales)
🏢 Eo Consulting
📍 New South Wales