Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor – Sydney

• Permanent role in Sydney, 5 days in-office
• Salary between $125K–135K + Super depending on experience
• Opportunity to shape and influence the health, safety, and wellbeing culture across the business

Our global client is seeking a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor to join their team in Sydney.

As the Health, Safety and Wellbeing Advisor, you will be responsible for coaching and leading the HSEW function. This pivotal role ensures the smooth implementation of HSEW strategies, policies, and procedures, compliance with laws and regulations, and the development of a strong, proactive safety culture. Moreover, you will work directly with operational managers and teams, walking the sites daily, and fostering accountability and engagement in workplace safety and wellbeing.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor leaders and teams on health, safety, environmental management, and wellbeing practices
• Lead initiatives that influence behaviours and embed a proactive safety culture
• Manage risk assessments, incident investigations, audits, and compliance monitoring
• Support and deliver wellbeing programs, training, and toolbox talks
• Partner with operational leaders to implement and maintain the HSEW Management System
• Drive continuous improvement, projects, and system changes related to HSEW
• Build strong relationships with managers, supervisors, and frontline staff

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in health, safety, and wellbeing advisory roles (3–5+ years)
• Cert IV in Work Health and Safety (minimum), tertiary qualifications preferred
• Strong coaching, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Demonstrated ability in risk management, incident investigation, and compliance
• Hands-on, operationally visible approach; able to work across multiple teams
• Proficiency in MS Office and digital safety systems

If you are seeking an avenue to advance your career in a dynamic and growing business and make a real impact on workplace safety and wellbeing, we would love to hear from you. Click Apply Now or call Ankita Mehta for a private and confidential conversation on 02 9200 3683.


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