Health and Safety Advisor

Posted 04 June 2025
Salary $120000 - $140000 per annum
LocationNew South Wales
Job type Permanent
Discipline Rail
ReferenceBH-31858

Job description

2XM Recruit are currently recruiting for a Health and Safety Advisor for a leading Engineering and Rail Specialist business.

Role: Health and Safety Advisor
Location: Badgerys Creek
Job type: Permanent
Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 plus Super

With works spanning tunnels, viaducts, and at-grade construction, this is a hands-on role supporting diverse, high-risk activities for an exciting rail infrastructure project in Western Sydney.

Duties:
 
  • Assist construction teams with WHS compliance
  • Conduct safety walks, inspections, and support incident investigations
  • Ensure documentation (SWMS, permits, risk assessments) meets project standards
  • Engage with supervisors and workers to promote proactive safety practices
  • Monitor high-risk activities (e.g. working at heights, confined space, lifting operations) to ensure controls are implemented and effective
  • Participate in toolbox talks, pre-starts, and safety briefings to reinforce site safety messages
  • Support site teams with emergency preparedness and drills
  • Maintain site safety registers and records, including inductions, training, and competency validations
  • Assist in audits and compliance reviews as required by project or client standards
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of safety systems and site practices
 
Experience needed:
  • Proven safety experience in construction or civil infrastructure environments (rail ideal)
  • Background in high-risk works (e.g., tunnelling, rail, structures, utilities)
  • Solid understanding of NSW WHS legislation and safety systems
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills on site
  • Must be eligible for RIW competency validation
If you are a hands-on Safety Advisor looking to join a leading business, then please apply and we will be in touch.