Safety & Compliance Advisor

Job Title

Safety & Compliance Advisor

Job Description Summary

Drive safety, compliance and quality outcomes across a major education portfolio while partnering with contractors and stakeholders.

Job Description

Health & Safety and Compliance Advisor

Parramatta, NSW | Full-Time (Hybrid)

Play a critical role supporting school infrastructure servicesBlend safety, compliance, quality and contractor engagementJoin a global leader with strong career development opportunities

About The Role

We're seeking a proactive and solutions-focused Safety & Compliance Advisor to join our team supporting a major Schools Infrastructure portfolio.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a safety professional who enjoys building relationships, driving compliance and influencing positive safety cultures. Working closely with operational teams, contractors and client stakeholders, you'll help ensure the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance are maintained across maintenance delivery programs.

You'll play a key role in contractor engagement, auditing, reporting, onboarding and continuous improvement initiatives while supporting operational delivery teams to achieve outstanding outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Support health, safety, quality and compliance activities across the contractConduct audits of contractor safety documentation including SWMS, toolbox talks and licencesMonitor contractor compliance with WHS reporting and legislative obligationsFacilitate consultation, cooperation and coordination between contractors and stakeholdersReview asbestos registers, hazardous materials registers and site compliance requirementsManage contractor and employee onboarding and offboarding processesMonitor training records and ensure mandatory training requirements are completedSupport incident investigations and corrective actionsDeliver monthly, quarterly and annual compliance reportingIdentify and implement process improvement initiativesSupport operational teams during periods of high demand and workforce absencesPromote a culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement

About You

Experience in health & safety rolesKnowledge of Australian WHS legislation and compliance requirementsExperience conducting audits and supporting compliance programsStrong stakeholder engagement and contractor management skillsExcellent communication and customer service skillsStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing prioritiesExperience supporting incident investigations and corrective actionsHigh attention to detail and strong reporting capabilityConfident using Microsoft Office including Excel, Teams, SharePoint and PowerPointFormal qualifications in Workplace Health & Safety or a related discipline

About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield is a global leader in commercial real estate services, with 50,000+ employees across 60 countries. In Australia, we partner with some of the world’s leading organisations to deliver innovative property solutions across office, retail, industrial and logistics assets.

Our strength lies in our collaborative approach, deep market insight and ability to integrate services to deliver exceptional outcomes. We are driven by a client-first mindset and a commitment to excellence, empowering our people to think differently and create value at every stage of the property lifecycle.

What We Offer

Opportunity to support a major education sector portfolioExposure to safety, quality and compliance initiatives at scaleCollaborative and supportive team environmentCareer development opportunities within a global organisationOngoing training and professional developmentDiverse role with strong stakeholder and contractor engagementOpportunity to contribute to meaningful safety outcomes

Diversity & Inclusion

At Cushman & Wakefield, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Please note applicants must be eligible to work in Australia. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times.

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