Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Coordinator to support site-based operations and ensure compliance with WHS legislation, company systems, and client requirements. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, coordinating and maintaining Tesmec Australia's Health & Safety (H&S) management system across the Sydney workshop, office, and project sites. You will play a key role in promoting a proactive safety culture across multiple construction sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Support implementation and monitoring of WHS policies and procedures on-site
- Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety observations
- Assist with incident investigation and reporting (including near misses)
- Develop, deliver and maintain company and site inductions
- Deliver site inductions and toolbox talks; and coordinate external trainings
- Interpret and communicate client HSE requirements
- Ensure compliance with the Work Health and Safety Act (WHS Act) and Regulations
- Maintain safety documentation, registers, and reporting systems
- Support risk assessments and safe work method statements (SWMS)
- Work closely with site supervisors and project managers to improve safety performance
- Coordinate equipment calibration and inspection schedules
- Liaise with subcontractors to ensure compliance with safety requirements
- Support environmental compliance: waste tracking (POEO Act / NSW EPA), hazardous substances management, spill response.
- Support quality assurance, non-conformance and continuous improvement processes.
- Prepare monthly and project HSE reports and contribute to management reviews
- Participate in emergency response planning and drills.
- Maintain and continually improve the Tesmec Australia H&S management system
Key Requirements
- Tertiary degree in relevant field (minimum)
- 3 years’ experience in a similar role within construction or civil engineering
- Strong knowledge of Australian WHS legislation and compliance standards
- Experience conducting site audits and incident investigations
- Strong communication and reporting skills
- Ability to work across multiple project sites
- White Card (Construction Induction Card) – mandatory
- Current driver's licence and willingness to travel to sites.
- Current First Aid & CPR certificate.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline.
- Practical, solutions-focused approach
- Continuous improvement mindset; comfortable with digital tools and automation.
- Self-driven, organised and able to manage competing priorities across multiple sites.
- Integrity and courage to stop unsafe work and escalate when required.
- ICAM or TapRooT investigation training
Desirable
- Experience in major wind farm, renewable energy or cable installation projects
- Experience working with subcontractor management systems
- Experience with digital HSE platforms (Dashpivot / Sitemate, Notion, Excel).
- Confined Space, Working at Heights, EWP tickets
What We Offer
- Competitive salary package
- Company vehicle or allowance (depending on role level)
- Career development and training opportunities
- Exposure to major infrastructure projects across Australia
- Strong safety-focused culture
About Company
Tesmec Australia is a leading construction machinery and infrastructure contractor delivering large-scale projects across Australia. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, environment, and quality across all our operations.