Senior HSE Advisor - Telecommunications

UGL's Telecommunications business is seeking an experienced Senior HSE Advisor to provide leadership across a national portfolio of telecommunications projects and programs. This opportunity has become available through an internal promotion and combines operational HSE leadership with the mentorship and development of a team of HSE Advisors.

Working closely with operational leaders, you will drive consistency across HSE systems, provide technical guidance on high-risk activities, and support a strong safety culture across geographically dispersed projects.

This position is ideally based from our Tullamarine (Melbourne) office, however Brisbane will be considered for the right candidate. Regular travel to metropolitan, regional and remote project sites is required.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and develop a team of HSE Advisors, providing coaching, technical guidance and support across a national telecommunications portfolio.

• Drive consistency and quality across HSE systems, documentation, risk management processes and compliance activities.

• Act as the senior escalation point for high-risk activities, critical risk management and complex incident investigations.

• Partner with operational leaders to strengthen safety culture, improve performance and deliver business outcomes.

• Maintain an active field presence through site visits, audits and engagement with project teams across metropolitan, regional and remote locations.

About You

• Minimum 8 years' HSE experience within telecommunications, construction, utilities or other high-risk industries.

• Demonstrated leadership experience mentoring, coaching or managing HSE professionals.

• Strong knowledge of HSE management systems, risk management and legislative compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

• Lead Auditor and ICAM/RCA investigation experience, with a proven ability to drive continuous improvement.

• Diploma (or higher) in Work Health & Safety, Construction White Card and current Australian Driver's Licence.

What We Offer

• Tool of Trade vehicle and flexible work arrangements.

• Company-paid Salary Continuance Insurance and discounted Private Health Insurance.

• Health, wellbeing and employee reward programs.

• Opportunity to influence safety performance across major national telecommunications programs.

• Career development opportunities within UGL and the broader CIMIC Group.

About Us

UGL Pty Limited is a leading provider of end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services. We are active across rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.

As a diversified services organisation, UGL appreciates the diversity and richness of its people, and seeks to create inclusive environments that promote your talent and skills. 

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.  These may include a national criminal history check, a anti-money laundering (AML) check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.

Job Reference: 268975