Careers

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.

The Perth Entertainment and Sporting Precinct will transform the Burswood Peninsula into Western Australia’s premier destination for sport, music and community events. Featuring Perth’s first outdoor amphitheatre, landscaped parklands and multi-use tracks, this iconic project will create a vibrant space for festivals, cycling, motorsport and more. Parking is available on site and it has very convenient links to Public transport, so access is not an issue.

As Senior Safety Advisor, you’ll take a lead role in shaping the safety culture on the Perth Entertainment and Sporting Precinct (Perth Park), a transformational development on the Burswood Peninsula. This is a highly visible, complex project that will become Western Australia’s premier destination for sport, music and community events. You’ll work closely with project leaders, supervisors and crews to embed safe, practical systems that protect people and support efficient delivery. Your leadership, coaching and on-site presence will be critical in setting the standard for how safety is lived every day on this project

This is an exciting time to join our team, with the backing of VINCI, one of the world’s largest construction companies, we have a strong pipeline of work ahead.

About The Role:

• Leading and promoting a strong, positive safety culture on site
• Mentoring site teams to improve health, safety and wellbeing outcomes
• Conducting inspections, audits and investigations with practical follow-up
• Providing clear, timely safety advice to project and senior leadership
• Managing rehabilitation and return to work processes when required

The Successful Applicant Will Have The Following Skills And Experience:

• 7+ years’ experience in a senior safety role within civil or construction
• Diploma in OHS (degree desirable) with strong legislative knowledge
• Proven ability to influence, coach and build trust with site teams
• Experience managing incidents, investigations and corrective actions
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with multiple stakeholders

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

We Have A Range Of Additional Benefits Available For Our Employees:

• Financial Wellbeing: competitive remuneration, bonus programs, salary continuance insurance and employee share program.
• Generous Leave benefits: purchased leave program, paid parental leave, and birthday leave – have your birthday off on us!
• Career Development: measure your progress with our Engineering Competency Matrix and Learning & Development programs.
• Enjoy shopping, fitness and wellbeing discounts through our Flare and WHEREFIT partnerships including discounted gym memberships and classes.
• Health & Wellbeing: discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP).

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

Reference code: 494770

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