Senior Health and Safety Advisor

About the project
Kidston Pumped Storage Hydro is Australia’s first pumped hydro project in nearly 50 years, transforming a former gold mine into a large-scale underground power station. Delivered by McConnell Dowell and John Holland as a self-perform JV, the project provides hands-on exposure to complex mechanical systems within a landmark renewable energy development.

About the role
McConnell Dowell is seeking an experienced Senior Health & Safety Advisor to play a key role in maintaining and strengthening HSE performance across this landmark project.

Working closely with project leadership, supervisors, site teams and subcontractors, you’ll provide trusted HSE advice and help embed proactive safety practices across a complex, fast-paced environment. The role is predominantly dayshift, with potential to work nightshift every third swing to support changing project requirements.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a world-first renewable energy project while building your experience across a major self-perform civil and infrastructure development.

Key responsibilities

• Lead proactive HSE initiatives and strengthen safety culture across site.
• Provide expert HSE advice to project teams and subcontractors.
• Monitor compliance through inspections, audits and risk assessments.
• Support SWMS, JHAs, incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Deliver safety briefings, training and reporting to drive improvement.

Don’t tick all the boxes? If you don’t meet every requirement but have relevant experience or transferable skills, we encourage you to apply. You may be a great fit for this role or other opportunities within McConnell Dowell.

What will you bring?

• Senior HSE experience across mechanical, electrical and commissioning on major infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of Australian WHS legislation and site safety systems.
• FIFO experience with strong stakeholder, risk and incident management skills.
• Cert IV or Diploma in Work Health and Safety; relevant experience also valued.

What’s in it for you? 

• FIFO 2:1 roster with travel, accommodation and meals provided.
• 20% site allowance, with nightshift loading when applicable.
• Predominantly dayshift with potential nightshift every third swing.
• High-profile renewable project with a supportive, high-performing team.

About Us | McConnell Dowell – Creative Construction
Our purpose is Providing a Better Life. For more than 60 years, we’ve delivered high-quality, complex projects across Australia, New Zealand, the Pacific Islands, and Southeast Asia, connecting communities and supporting economic growth.

We offer a wide variety of projects, roles, and locations, with opportunities to develop your career through mentoring, training, and hands-on experience. Our culture is collaborative, supportive, and inclusive, where you can make a real impact on both projects and people’s lives. We are committed to creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and able to grow.
We actively celebrate diversity and inclusion, encourage all individuals to bring their ideas and be themselves.

All successful applicants must hold valid work rights for Australia and pass a satisfactory pre-employment medical, which may include drug and alcohol checks.

Join us, be you, and help create better together. Apply now!

This role is being sourced through McConnell Dowell directly and not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.