HSEQ Advisor

HSEQ Advisor

Regional NSW (Orange Region) | Environmental Projects | Permanent Opportunity
Your new company
Our client is a well-established environmental contractor delivering revegetation, rehabilitation and ecological restoration projects across Regional NSW. With a strong pipeline of work and a commitment to safety, quality and environmental stewardship, they are seeking an experienced HSEQ Advisor to provide on-site support and drive best practice across project operations.
Your new role
Based full-time on-site, you will play a critical role in supporting project teams, ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements while promoting a proactive and positive safety culture.
Working closely with operational staff and subcontractors, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining HSEQ systems, supporting risk management activities and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the project.
Key responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the Construction Health & Safety Management Plan (CHSMP)
• Coordinate site inductions and onboarding processes
• Lead HAZID workshops and facilitate risk identification activities
• Maintain project risk registers and ensure effective control measures are implemented
• Review and monitor Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
• Maintain training and competency records
• Support incident reporting, investigations and corrective actions
• Conduct internal audits and assist with client and regulatory audit requirements
• Monitor subcontractor compliance and performance
• Ensure compliance with contractual, legislative and project-specific requirements
• Promote environmental best practice across project activities
• Drive continuous improvement across HSEQ systems, processes and culture

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a HSEQ Advisor, Safety Advisor, HSEQ Coordinator or similar role
• Experience working within civil construction, environmental, infrastructure, rehabilitation or revegetation projects
• Strong understanding of NSW WHS legislation and environmental compliance requirements
• Experience conducting audits, inspections and incident investigations
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously and influence positive safety behaviours on-site
• Current driver's licence and willingness to work full-time on-site
• Candidates based in Bathurst, Lithgow or surrounding regions are highly encouraged to apply

What you'll get in return

• Permanent opportunity with a growing environmental contractor
• Long-term regional NSW pipeline
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on environmental and community outcomes
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture
• Competitive salary package and career development opportunities
• Autonomous role with genuine influence on project success

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to submit an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Max Wheeler at Hays Engineering for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity.