About the Role
The Safety Advisor supports one or several projects to ensure meeting the Health, Safety, Environment and Quality requirements. The role also involves assisting the site teams and managers by implementing McMahon Services' system. The Safety Advisor identifies and recognises hazards and non-conformances and seeks risk minimisation and mitigation whilst contributing to the improvement of the health, safety, environmental and Quality practices. This role will report directly into the WHSEQ Manager.
Duties
Implement WHSEQ systems and procedures on site
Maintain a sound working knowledge of company safety procedures, legislation and the project Management Plans
Promote safety awareness throughout the site workforce, provide ongoing support towards the maintenance of safe site conditions and respond immediately to make safe any unsafe conditions
Promote compliance to safety rules and procedures and respond immediately to any WHSEQ breaches
Ensure that all personnel working on the site have undergone the safety induction training
Assist the Site Supervisor as required in carrying out safety inspections, reporting safety performance data, conducting induction training and conducting daily pre-start and toolbox meetings where applicable.
Contribute to reviewing SWMS and JSEA's and monitor the full and proper implementation of agreed safe work methods
Provide support to the Project Management Team
Assist in compiling WHSEQ management plans
Assist in the establishment of Project Site Folders
Be responsible for coordinating Contract Pre-Start Up making sure all actions are closed out prior to the commencement of project
Provide proactive safety-focused construction solutions
Follow up on corrective actions relating to regulatory authority notices, audits, inspections, and incident/injury investigations
Provide First Aid treatment and ensure the proper care of injured persons
Provide accurate recording of incidents and injuries
Provide guidance of WHSEQ non-conformances rectifications
Other ad hoc duties as required.
Skills and Experience
Minimum qualification of Certificate IV in OHS or currently be studying in this field
Current First Aid Certificate
Hold a current White Card
Hold a current Driver's License
Have a clean police record and ability to obtain DCSI and Defence clearance
Minimum 5 years' experience as a WHS Coordinator
Experience in the construction industry
Experience in safety management systems
Experience in the HAZOP and CHAZOP process
Problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise mature judgement
Knowledge in auditing and investigation are required
Competencies in hazard Identification, and risk management
Ability to develop and deliver site WHSEQ training
Ability to implement compliant site OH&S Management systems
Capable of conducting audits with lead auditor certification.
Capable of conducting effective investigations
Competency in general suite of software (e.g., Microsoft professional suite), WHSEQ systems, and project management platforms (e.g., InEight, Aconex, Procore)
Team player, flexible and adaptable to changing needs and demands
Persistent, motivated, and driven, good time management and adherence to agreed costs, schedules, and timeframes
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To register your interest, please forward your current resume and cover letter via the application link.
Your confidential application will be acknowledged by email and shortlisted applicants will be contacted by phone from the Davies Stewart team.
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