HSE Advisor
Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.
Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.
Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.
At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!
What We Offer
At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:
Competitive compensation and benefits
Work-life flexibility
Recognition and rewards
Development and career opportunities
A safe and inclusive workplace
Why You Will Love this Job
Reporting to the Construction Superintendent, the Safety Advisor is an integral member of the EPC team supporting the BHP project.
The primary purpose of this role is to provide expert guidance and support to the site team on all health, safety, environmental, and compliance obligations. The Safety Advisor is responsible for ensuring alignment with legislative requirements and company standards, fostering a strong safety culture, and maintaining a safe work environment.
Key responsibilities include maintaining site compliance (including amenities), conducting incident investigations and reporting, performing audits, and mentoring personnel to promote proactive safety behaviours.
This is a FIFO role operating on a 16 days on / 10 days off roster, structured as follows:
- Day 1: Travel to site
- Day 2: handover with back-to-back
- Days 3–14: Active duty as HSE Advisor on site
- Day 15: Handover with back-to-back
- Day 16: Travel home (no site attendance)
- Days 17–26: 10 days off
A professional and accountable approach is always required.
Major Responsibilities / Duties
QUENSHT
- Contribute to and promote the Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture at Clarke Energy
- Take responsibility for personal health and safety and ensure actions do not impact others
- Actively stop unsafe work practices
- Identify, report, and assist in rectifying health, safety, and environmental hazards
Technical
- Manage site incidents, including reporting, investigation, and close-out
- Deliver site-specific inductions and walkthroughs for all new personnel
- Conduct regular compliance audits using Clarke Energy systems to ensure audit readiness
- Plan and facilitate fire drills and debriefs in accordance with the Safety Management Plan (SMP)
- Assist with general site inspections
- Conduct Verification of Competency (VOC) assessments for incoming personnel
- Deliver toolbox talks as required
- Review and verify all SWMS using Clarke Energy checklists to ensure compliance
- Conduct Safe Act Observations (SAOs)
- Identify and recommend improvements to safety management systems and plans
Personal Management
- Demonstrate accountability and ownership of assigned tasks
- Maintain a results-driven focus
- Treat all personnel fairly in accordance with HR and IR policies
- Operate effectively with minimal supervision
- Travel interstate when required
Communication
- Communicate clearly and effectively in both individual and team settings
- Deliver written and verbal communication that influences and engages stakeholders
Customer Service
- Build and maintain a rapport and trust with the customer
- Deliver services to customer which either meets and /or exceeds their expectations
Continuous Improvement
- Actively contribute to improving internal systems and processes
- Identify efficiencies to enhance productivity and reduce cycle times
- Support ongoing improvement of service delivery and business outcomes
Key Performance Indicators
Technical Delivery
- 100% compliance with SWMS checklist requirements
- 100% compliance with incident reporting and investigation timelines
- Timely and accurate completion of toolbox talks in line with SMP requirements
- 100% compliance with ensuring VOCs are completed for all personal as required
Customer
- Maintain effective relationships with Customers
Corporate Objectives
- Embrace, promote and contribute to the Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture at Clarke Energy
- Contribute to the delivery of Company Business and QUENSHT objectives
- Adhere to company processes, policies and procedures
Key Relationships
Internal
- Project Manager
- Site Manager
- Site HSE Administration
- QUENSHT Team
- Corporate Services
External
- Clients
- Subcontractors
- Suppliers
Required Qualifications / Experience / Skills
- Proven experience in a safety role working in high-risk environments, for example construction, oil and gas, power generation or renewables
- Demonstrated experience conducting risk assessments, incident investigations and safety audits
- Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety is required
- Diploma or Advanced Diploma in WHS is highly regarded
- Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health, or a related discipline is highly regarded
- ICAM or similar incident investigation training is desirable
- Lead auditor qualification (for ISO 45001 or similar) is desirable
- Trade or technical background can be beneficial, particularly in mechanical, electrical or construction
- White Card, mandatory for construction related energy projects
- First Aid certification
- Working at Heights, Confined Space and Gas Testing tickets
- Strong communication skills, ability to engage with frontline workers and influence safe behaviours
- Confidence to challenge unsafe behaviours and escalate where required
- Ability to deliver safety training, toolbox talks and workshops
- Strong observational and reporting skills
- High level of integrity and consistency in enforcing standards
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications:
- Word (Essential)
- Excel (Essential)
- PowerPoint (Desirable)
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure environments.
About Us
Clarke proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Clarke at https://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are. In addition to the investment in your development, Clarke offers a comprehensive package with competitive salaries and a range of additional benefits.Clarke is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, promote equal opportunities in every aspect of our process.Our Values
Curiosity – Seek, learn, share
Trust – Go farther together
Pace – Focus to go faster
Excellence – Find the win every day