HSE Advisor

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package and tool-of-trade vehicle where applicable.
• The opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects across a national portfolio.
• A collaborative Zero Harm team supported by experienced leaders and subject matter experts.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities across Downer's Energy & Utilities business.
• Flexible working arrangements where operational requirements permit.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to safer workplaces, stronger teams and improved operational outcomes.
• Access to Downer's employee benefits, wellbeing initiatives and reward programs.

About Downer Energy & Utilities

Qualifications

• Minimum Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Demonstrated experience in a health and safety advisory or operational safety role within infrastructure, utilities, telecommunications, construction, maintenance or industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental management systems and their practical application in operational settings.
• Experience conducting field-based coaching, inspections, audits and assurance activities.
• Sound understanding of Australian health and safety legislation and contemporary risk management principles.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including report preparation and presentation of information.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in dynamic operational environments with multiple stakeholders and priorities.
• Current driver's licence and willingness to travel as required.
• Demonstrated ability to identify risks, challenge ineffective controls and support practical improvements.
• Full working rights within Australia.
• Highly Regarded
• ICAM Lead Investigator qualification or equivalent investigation experience.
• Auditor training or experience supporting audit and assurance programs.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
• Experience supporting certified management systems, compliance programs and governance frameworks.
• Knowledge of Human and Organisational Performance (HOP) or contemporary learning-focused safety practices.
• Experience working within large infrastructure, utilities, telecommunications or industrial service environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical Zero Harm and environmental advice to project managers, engineers, supervisors, work crews and delivery partners.
• Maintain a strong field presence, engaging with frontline teams to support and foster what good safety looks like.
• Coach, mentor and influence operational personnel, contractors and stakeholders to understand critical risks and implement effective controls.
• Support the consistent application of legislation, The Downer Standard, client requirements, Zero Harm Management Plans and operational procedures.
• Conduct field observations, inspections, critical control verifications and audits, ensuring findings, corrective actions and non-conformances are appropriately managed and closed out.
• Lead or support incident, injury and environmental investigations, including ICAM investigations where required.
• Support injury management processes, return-to-work planning and early intervention activities where required.
• Assist project teams with the development and review of Zero Harm Management Plans, risk registers, SWMS, work instructions, inductions and operational controls.
• Support workforce and subcontractor onboarding, including document reviews, assurance activities and ongoing compliance verification.
• Ensure incidents, hazards, inspections, audits and actions are accurately recorded and managed within Downer and client systems.
• Prepare and contribute to monthly reporting, data analysis, trend identification and performance monitoring.
• Facilitate workforce consultation through field engagement, pre-starts, toolbox talks, risk assessments and learning activities.
• Promote Zero Harm awareness and support delivery of corporate and business improvement initiatives.
• Build constructive relationships with clients, contractors and regulatory stakeholders.
• Contribute to the broader Zero Harm team by sharing learnings, innovations and continuous improvement opportunities.