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About Seymour Whyte:

We are a successful civil contracting business who has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want. 

About the role:

As a trusted advisor, you’ll champion our commitment to best practice safety and support our people in delivering work that is not only efficient - but safe, every step of the way.

As an experienced Senior Safety Advisor, you will:

• Advocate for a proactive safety culture: mentor site teams and lead by example to embed safety as 'business as usual.'
• Provide expert advice: offer practical, timely guidance to project management on all safety-related matters.
• Conduct audits & inspections: identify issues, assess risks, and drive continual improvement.
• Lead investigations: manage incidents with a focus on prevention and safety performance improvement.
• Collaborate and comply: ensure project teams meet Seymour Whyte standards, client specifications, and legislative requirements.

About you:

• Minimum Diploma in OHS, with 7+ years’ experience in a safety advisory role within civil or construction industries.
• Strong working knowledge of national safety legislation, audit processes, and risk assessment techniques.
• Proven ability to influence, coach and collaborate across site teams, clients and subcontractors.
• Certifications in First Aid, ICAM, Rehabilitation Coordination, and relevant safety training (e.g., Confined Space, Work at Heights).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and safety systems, with a current Driver’s Licence.

We have a range of additional benefits available for our employees:

• Health & Wellbeing – discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, wellness discounts, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP).
• Time for life / Work life balance – birthday leave, purchased leave program, paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements.
• Financial wellbeing – competitive remuneration, annual performance bonuses, salary continuance insurance and employee share program.
• Career development – training, mentoring programs, and leadership development program.

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps:

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role.
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia.

Register on our website for job alerts to be advised when new roles become available.  https://careers.seymourwhyte.com.au/en/listing/

To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au

Reference code: 494395

Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.