The Role:
This exciting opportunity is available for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team. In this role, you will travel throughout bushfire-affected communities in regional Victoria, liaising with affected communities,subcontractors and government agencies while providing HSEQ support.
As the Program HSEQ Advisor, you will be responsible for driving our HSEQ culture, implementing our health and safety strategy across the program and network and providing training, coaching and ongoing support to staff and subcontractors. The primary purpose of this role is to partner with operational teams to proactively manage risk, improve safety performance and ensure HSEQ systems are effectively implemented across all projects and programs, to create a safe, sustainable, and high-quality work environment.
What's on Offer:
* The opportunity to join an organisation with an exciting future.
* A respected and growing organisation
* The chance to make a meaningful difference in local communities.
* A positive and rewarding team culture
* Support, development and guidance from an experienced manager
* Discounts on technology, cars, fashion, and leisure
* Up to date technology and a modern office environment
* Supportive, social, and collaborative team
12-month fixed-term contract with potential for extension.
The Company
At Forge Solutions, we deliver fast, reliable, and community-focused responses to complex social and environmental challenges across Australia. Backed by the Johns Lyng Group, we bring deep expertise in construction, restoration, and large-scale project delivery.
Our capabilities, experience and extensive regional presence enable us to provide rapid, innovative and reliable solutions in partnership with communities and key stakeholders, enhancing collective resilience.
Key Responsibilities:
* Drive & lead a strong safety culture by acting as a visible front line and site focused safety leader.
* Lead by example by maintaining a regular on-site presence, including inspections, audits and coaching. Reduce risk and prevent injury through a focus on high-risk activities and minimum safety standards. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of state and national HSEQ legislation and compliance requirements.
* Implement, maintain & update project specific HSEQ plans and SWMS for high risk and high value jobs.
* Ensure a consistent risk management approach aligned with our Safety Management System and safety software programs Manage HSEQ inductions & onboarding for new internal staff and subcontractors.
* Deliver HSEQ communications and facilitate toolbox talks
* Provide advice on HSEQ matters and issues, in line with our company framework and safety management system
* Respond to incidents and emergencies, including investigations, reporting and escalation
* Monitor safety compliance through efficient systems and technology with a focus on lead and lag indicators
* Other duties as directed by the HSEQ Manager & Project Managers including monthly reporting & strategic initiatives.
Key Selection Criteria:
Do you have proven examples of demonstrating drive and energy? Are you extremely motivated and can think outside the box? Being able to demonstrate and highlight examples of these are the key criteria for you to be successful in joining our existing talented and passionate team.
* Previous experience in the building and construction or similar industry
* Formal qualification in Work Health & Safety, essential (minimum Certificate IV in H&S)
* A minimum of 3 years' HSEQ experience, preferably in construction or a related sector.
* Proficient in safety systems and technology.
* Ability to build strong relationships with internal & external stakeholders
* Superior communication skills, both written & verbal
* Results driven & adaptable
* Excellent organisational skills & attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and make timely decisions.
* Problem solving & process improvement skills.
* Ability to analyse & interpret data, laws & regulations
* Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint
* Valid driver licence and willingness to travel regionally as required
* Construction Induction Card (White Card)
* Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
We are a company of integrity and diversity.If you are interested in furthering your career and developing your leadership skills further, I would love to hear from you.
Please note: You will need to be prepared to undergo a medical examination and criminal background check as part of the recruitment process.