Join one of Queensland's leading civil contractors and play a key role in creating safer workplaces across major civil construction projects throughout the Moreton Bay Region.

Shadforth is seeking an experienced Work Health, Safety and Environment (WHSE) Advisor to support our civil construction operations across the Moreton Bay Region. This is an opportunity to work alongside an experienced Regional WHS Manager and Project Teams, providing practical safety leadership and support across a diverse range of civil infrastructure, subdivisions, roadworks and community development projects.

If you have a strong background in civil construction, a hands‑on approach to safety and a passion for building positive safety cultures, we’d love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

- Partner with Project Managers, Supervisors and Site Teams to promote and maintain a proactive safety culture across civil construction projects.
- Conduct regular site inspections, audits and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to WHS legislation, environmental requirements and company standards.
- Provide practical WHSE advice, guidance and coaching to project teams and subcontractors.
- Lead and support incident investigations, identify root causes and implement effective corrective and preventative actions.
- Monitor project WHSE performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Deliver engaging toolbox talks, pre-start meetings and safety communications.
- Support the development, implementation and review of SWMS, risk assessments and project-specific WHSE documentation.
- Proactively identify workplace hazards and work collaboratively with site teams to implement effective risk controls.
- Promote strong environmental management practices across project sites.
- Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, subcontractors and external parties.





Join one of Queensland's leading civil contractors and play a key role in creating safer workplaces across major civil construction projects throughout the Moreton Bay Region.

Shadforth is seeking an experienced Work Health, Safety and Environment (WHSE) Advisor to support our civil construction operations across the Moreton Bay Region. This is an opportunity to work alongside an experienced Regional WHS Manager and Project Teams, providing practical safety leadership and support across a diverse range of civil infrastructure, subdivisions, roadworks and community development projects.

If you have a strong background in civil construction, a hands‑on approach to safety and a passion for building positive safety cultures, we’d love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

- Partner with Project Managers, Supervisors and Site Teams to promote and maintain a proactive safety culture across civil construction projects.
- Conduct regular site inspections, audits and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to WHS legislation, environmental requirements and company standards.
- Provide practical WHSE advice, guidance and coaching to project teams and subcontractors.
- Lead and support incident investigations, identify root causes and implement effective corrective and preventative actions.
- Monitor project WHSE performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Deliver engaging toolbox talks, pre-start meetings and safety communications.
- Support the development, implementation and review of SWMS, risk assessments and project-specific WHSE documentation.
- Proactively identify workplace hazards and work collaboratively with site teams to implement effective risk controls.
- Promote strong environmental management practices across project sites.




- Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, subcontractors and external parties.

About You

You are an experienced WHSE professional with a demonstrated background in the civil construction industry. You are confident working in operational site environments, providing practical advice and influencing positive safety behaviours at all levels.
You'll ideally bring:

- Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety as a minimum, with a Diploma or higher qualification highly regarded.
- Demonstrated experience in a WHSE Advisor or similar role within the civil construction industry.
- Strong understanding of civil construction activities, including earthworks, road construction, subdivisions, drainage and infrastructure projects.
- Sound knowledge of Queensland WHS legislation, Codes of Practice and relevant industry standards.
- Proven ability to conduct site inspections, audits, incident investigations and risk assessments.
- Experience developing, reviewing and implementing SWMS, safety management plans and project‑specific WHSE documentation.
- Robust communication, consultation and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to influence and engage site personnel.
- A proactive, practical and solutions‑focused approach to safety.
- Excellent organisational and problem‑solving skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Current driver's licence and ability to travel between project sites within the Moreton Bay Region.

About Shadforth

For over 60 years, Shadforth has been delivering quality civil construction projects across Queensland and Northern New South Wales. Our reputation is built on strong relationships, safe work practices and delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients and communities.

Shadforth is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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