Ventia is seeking an experienced Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) Advisor to support VIMC (Victorian Intelligent Transport Systems Maintenance Contract) across Melbourne. This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly mobilised project where you'll have the ability to influence safety, quality and environmental outcomes from the ground up while gaining exposure.
An opportunity to roll your sleeves, drive meaningful improvements, and make a real difference where it counts. Additionally, we offer:
- A permanent full-time opportunity with long-term stability
- Flexible work arrangements with office, site and WFH options
- Supportive leadership team that values collaboration and growth
- Tool of trade vehicle provided.
- Ongoing learning and career development opportunities
- Access discounts on travel, vehicles, health cover, banking and more
- Wellbeing programs including Fitness Passport
Role responsibilities
- Support the implementation and maintenance of SHEQ management plans, systems and processes across the contract.
- Conduct incident investigations and provide recommendations to improve safety performance and prevent recurrence.
- Facilitate risk assessments, maintain risk registers and ensure SHEQ documentation is managed in line with company requirements.
- Support rehabilitation and Return to Work programs in partnership with relevant stakeholders.
- Promote a strong safety culture through engagement activities, toolbox talks, inductions and training initiatives.
- Monitor compliance with legislation, regulations, standards and internal SHEQ requirements.
- Assist operational teams in identifying, managing and mitigating safety, environmental and quality risks.
About You
To be successful, you will have:
- Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS) or equivalent.
- Seasoned experience as a Safety Advisor, Safety Coordinator, SHEQ Advisor or similar.
- Experience in civil construction, roads, transport, or a similar environment.
- Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and risk management, particularly in live traffic environments.
- Strong communication, coaching and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Flexibility to travel across a broad area as required at times.
Ready to take the next step in your Ventia career?
Ventia delivers complex transport infrastructure and technology solutions across Victoria’s major road network. The VIMC contract involves the operation, maintenance and performance management of critical Intelligent Transport Systems, traffic signal assets, communications networks, electrical infrastructure and associated roadside technology across live traffic environments.
About Ventia
As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.
Position Reference Number: 168422
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SHEQ Advisor - Transport in Melbourne employer: Ventia
Ventia is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly in the dynamic field of telecommunications. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor and lead a talented design team while working on impactful projects across Queensland. The hybrid work model offers flexibility, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively, making Ventia a rewarding place to advance your career.
