Senior WHS Advisor

Senior WHS Advisor

Safety Australia Group is proud to be exclusively partnering with a leading organisation to recruit a Senior WHS Advisor.

This is a unique opportunity to join an organisation that is an employer of choice. You will be working with a  passionate and supportive team committed to building a strong, proactive safety culture across a diverse and high-risk operational environment.

This is a Monday–Friday full time role based on site, with flexibility in work hours and hybrid arrangements. Some intrastate travel will be required.

About the Role

As a Senior WHS Advisor, you will play a key role in influencing, leading, and guiding safety performance across a complex and dynamic organisation. You’ll collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders – from operational teams to technical specialists and leadership – to ensure best-practice safety standards are embedded across all areas.
You will lead strategic safety initiatives, mentor team members, and contribute to shaping a positive and sustainable safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with teams to develop and implement effective safety protocols aligned to operational risk profiles
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving to manage short, medium, and long-term WHS risks and opportunities
• Analyse WHS data to identify trends and emerging risks, providing proactive recommendations
• Conduct audits and operational reviews, driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Coach and influence leaders to strengthen safety capability and accountability
• Provide guidance, supervision, and mentoring to WHS Advisors
• Support WHS program delivery across multiple sites, including periodic travel
• Design and deliver targeted WHS training programs

About You

• 5+ years’ experience in a WHS role, with a strong focus on risk management
• Relevant WHS qualifications highly regarded
• Proven experience conducting audits and implementing continuous improvement initiatives
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment
• Experience mentoring or supervising team members
• Senior First Aid certification
• Valid NSW Driver’s Licence
• Current NSW Working with Children Check

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work in a truly unique and varied operational environment
• Influence meaningful safety outcomes across multiple sites
• Supportive, collaborative, and purpose-driven team culture
• Competitive salary package and flexible working arrangements

How to Apply

This role is being managed exclusively by Safety Australia Group.
To express your interest, please submit your CV along with a brief cover letter outlining your suitability.
Make your next move count—step into a role where your expertise will shape safer workplaces and drive lasting impact.