Safety Advisor - Substations
ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 41,500 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Currently, this position is located in our project office in Sydney CBD, with occasional site visits. Once the project is fully operational, it will transition to a 14/7 roster-based arrangement out of our camp in Merotherie NSW
An 80-year group, COBRA promotes its own efficient business model, the result of the combination of decentralization, geographical diversification and technical specialization of more than 20,000 professionals in more than 43 countries. In this way, it offers a wide range of services throughout the value chain of projects, adapted to each sector and to the scope of the contract required by our clients, both public and private.
Cobra is divided into four main sectors of activity, Networks, Specialised installations, integrated projects and concession assets.
ACEREZ, a partnership of ACCIONA, COBRA and Endeavour Energy, has been appointed network operator by EnergyCo to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) transmission network. The ACCIONA COBRA Joint Venture (ACJV), the design and construct (D&C) consortium, will design and build the Central-West Orana REZ transmission project.
The new transmission network infrastructure will deliver at least 4.5 gigawatts of new network capacity from 2028 to connect 7.7 gigawatts of wind and solar projects, which is enough to power more than 2 million homes each year.
With a commitment to driving positive change, contributing to the evolution of Australia's green energy sector, this is your chance to be part of something groundbreaking!
With a commitment to driving positive change, innovation and contributing to the evolution of Australia's green energy sector, this is your chance to be join a Tier 1 Joint Venture on the largest project in the region, all whilst progressing your career as safety professional within a highly experienced team.
Our team is currently seeking several dedicated Safety Advisors to share their expertise in Substation (Energy Hub) Construction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coaching and mentoring of project personnel on safety systems and best practices.
- Identify, monitoring and report any emerging risks to project team.
- Work with the Safety and Training departments to identify and develop training.
- Assist in incident investigations.
- Assist in site communications i.e. Pre-Start, Toolbox.
- Regularly review onsite practices against the project risk register and management plans.
- Ability to positively identify all potential and imminent hazards on a site and be able to address them in a positive and proactive manner with project field leadership.
- Actively participate in and drive a culture of collaboration, discipline, innovation, adaptability to change and care.
- Assist in regular risk activity workshops, providing expert and practical input.
- Ensure safety and sustainability are always front of mind of all personnel.
- Lead by example by promoting a positive work health and safety culture.
- Conduct inspections, risk activity reviews and observations as per project requirements. Including the coaching and mentoring of inspection processes to project field leadership.
Criteria for Selection
- WHS Practitioner (5-6 years) in Transmission, Distribution or Renewables.
- Management & Leadership 4 years.
- Audit Management practices 2 to 3 years.
- Trade based qualification - Electrical Fitter / Substation Technician / Line worker
- Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or Cert IV in WHS.
- Safety Lead Auditor Qualification.
- Lead ICAM Investigator (or equivalent) Statement of Attainment.
- Capability of using WHS management and technique tools/software.
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you believe you bring the capabilities to succeed in this role, we'd love to hear from you. We look forward to continuing to build our supportive workplace together.
Please note: This position is being delivered as part of a joint venture between two organisations. As such, your employment may be with either of the parent companies, and this will be confirmed during the recruitment process.
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