HSE Manager / HSE Advisor - Construction

Canberra | Competitive salary + super | Full-time onsite

We are seeking an experienced

HSE professional with a strong construction background

to join an established organisation delivering major construction and infrastructure projects in Canberra.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Health, Safety & Environment professional who is passionate about maintaining high standards of safety, compliance and risk management across complex construction projects.

Please note: Australian Citizenship is mandatory. The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain an NV2 security clearance and must be available to work onsite 5 days per week.

About the Role Working closely with project management and construction teams, you will be responsible for supporting and driving HSE outcomes across the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities will include:

Lead and promote a strong health, safety and environmental culture across construction activities

Provide HSE advice and guidance to project managers, supervisors, contractors and workers

Develop, implement and maintain HSE plans, procedures and systems

Conduct regular site inspections, audits and risk assessments

Identify hazards and implement appropriate control measures

Monitor compliance with WHS legislation, regulations, standards and project requirements

Investigate incidents, near misses and non-conformances and implement corrective actions

Support the development and review of SWMS, JHAs and risk assessments

Monitor subcontractor and contractor HSE compliance





Provide HSE reporting, analysis and recommendations to project leadership

Deliver toolbox talks, inductions and safety training as required

Promote continuous improvement across HSE practices and processes

Maintain accurate HSE records, registers and documentation

About You To be successful in this role, you will have:

Proven experience in an

HSE/WHS role within the construction industry

Solid knowledge of Australian WHS legislation and construction safety requirements

Experience working across active construction sites

Demonstrated experience conducting audits, inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations

Strong understanding of SWMS, JHAs and construction risk management

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Ability to influence and engage with project teams at all levels

Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to safety

Relevant HSE, WHS, Occupational Health & Safety or construction qualifications

Construction White Card

Experience working on large-scale or complex construction projects will be highly regarded

What's on Offer

Competitive salary + super

Canberra-based opportunity

5 days onsite

Major construction and infrastructure projects

Opportunity to work alongside an experienced project team

NV2 security clearance opportunity

Long-term career opportunity

Professional and collaborative working environment

Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain an NV2 security clearance are mandatory requirements for this position.

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📌 HSE Advisor - Construction (Canberra)
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