Job Title:
Senior WHS Advisor
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior WHS Advisor to join our collaborative team in Adelaide.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering safer outcomes across critical water infrastructure projects, working closely with SA Water and KBR personnel to influence safe behaviours and ensure risk is effectively managed on site.
This is an opportunity for a skilled professional to lead meaningful change and help deliver safe, reliable infrastructure to our communities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Champion and advocate SA Water WHS policies and Safe Work Behaviour Programs across all active projects.
* Build strong relationships with delivery teams and contractors to support positive safety culture.
* Provide WHS support across a portfolio of high-risk infrastructure projects involving major plant, structures, deep excavation, temporary works, and working near water or at heights.
* Evaluate site activities and advise on WHS governance and assurance including hazard identification, incident management, and risk mitigation.
* Participate in risk reviews, site leadership visits and other assurance activities in collaboration with SA Water and KBR teams.
* Support incident investigations and continuous improvement of safety systems.
* Contribute to WHS reporting and data insights that support decision-making and WHS performance tracking.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar WHS advisory role, ideally within construction or infrastructure sectors.
* Proven experience managing WHS across high-risk construction environments.
* Strong knowledge of relevant WHS legislation, codes of practice, and risk management frameworks.
* Demonstrated ability to build trust and influence safe behaviours across multidisciplinary teams and contractors.
* Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (minimum) – Diploma level highly regarded.
* Construction industry WHS experience essential; water or utilities experience highly desirable.
Why Choose Us:
At KBR, we value our people and deliver results. We empower our teams and promote a culture of integrity and collaboration.