Job Description
Doughty Group is a growing Queensland-owned business operating across civil construction, retaining walls, plant hire and heavy haulage.
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We are looking for an experienced Safety Advisor to join our team and support the delivery of a strong, proactive safety culture across our operations.
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This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys being out in the field, working with operational teams and helping drive practical safety outcomes.
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About the Role
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Reporting to the HR & Safety Manager, you will provide practical HSEQ support across Doughty Group operations, ensuring our people, plant and workplaces meet legislative, regulatory and company requirements.
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You will work closely with project teams, supervisors, operators and management to identify hazards, manage risks and continuously improve safety performance.
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Key Responsibilities
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Conduct regular site inspections, safety observations and compliance checks.
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Provide practical safety advice and support to employees and supervisors.
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Assist with hazard identification, risk assessments, SWMS and Take 5 processes.
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Support incident investigations, corrective actions and close-out.
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Monitor compliance with WHS legislation, company policies and procedures.
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Assist with workplace inspections, audits and HSEQ reporting.
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Support worker inductions, toolbox talks and safety training.
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Promote positive safety behaviours and a proactive safety culture.
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Assist with consultation processes, including HSR engagement.
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Maintain accurate safety records, registers and documentation.
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Support continuous improvement of HSEQ systems and processes.
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About You
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We are looking for someone who is:
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Experienced in a Safety Advisor or similar HSEQ role.
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Confident working across civil construction, plant, transport or heavy industry environments.
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Practical and solutions-focused, with the ability to work effectively with operational teams.
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Robust in communication, consultation and relationship building.
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Able to identify risks and provide practical control measures.
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Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities.
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Confident with incident investigations, inspections and safety documentation.
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Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and compliance.
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Qualifications & Experience
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Relevant WHS/OHS qualification preferred.
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Previous experience in construction, civil, plant, transport or heavy industry.
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Strong understanding of Queensland WHS legislation and regulatory requirements.
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Experience with SWMS, risk assessments, incident investigations and safety inspections.
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White Card required.
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Current driver licence.
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What We Offer
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Permanent full-time position with a growing Queensland-owned business.
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Variety across civil construction, plant, transport and heavy haulage operations.
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Hands-on role with genuine opportunity to make an impact.
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Supportive management team.
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Opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of Doughty Group's HSEQ systems and safety culture.
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A workplace where safety, people and continuous improvement matter.
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📌 Safety Advisor (Queensland)
🏢 Brisbane Civil
📍 Queensland