HSE Advisor NSW & ACT

Job Description

HSE Advisor – NSW / ACT

Health & Safety | Pacific Region

Schneider Electric is a global leader in energy management and automation. Safety is at the core of everything we do, and we are committed to creating safe, sustainable, and inclusive workplaces.

We are seeking an experienced HSE Advisor – NSW/ACT to provide hands‑on, onsite HSE support across Schneider Electric operations and customer sites throughout NSW and the ACT.

About the Role

Reporting to the HSE Operations Lead, you will provide practical HSE support across Services, Solutions, Sales, Business Support, and Facilities & Real Estate teams. The role also provides back‑up support to the Ingleburn Distribution Centre HSE Manager during emergencies.

This position requires regular travel to customer and service locations, along with attendance at Macquarie Park Head Office.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain, and continuously improve the HSE Management System across assigned locations
• Provide onsite HSE advice, coaching, communication, consultation, and issue resolution support
• Lead hazard identification, risk assessments, emergency preparedness, and implementation of controls
• Manage contractor HSE requirements including prequalification, audits, compliance, and performance monitoring for customer projects
• Implement HSE systems, templates, and processes aligned to Schneider, legal, customer, and builder requirements
• Manage incident and near‑miss reporting, escalation, investigation, and corrective actions, including leading investigations into medical incidents and high‑potential near misses
• Participate in and support internal and external HSE audits, including ISO 45001 certification audits
• Support global HSE initiatives, governance, reporting, analysis, and continuous improvement activities

About You

• Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (mandatory), with external qualifications in HSE Management or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an HSE advisory role within construction, services, or project‑based environments
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, HSE Management Systems, and compliance obligations
• Proven experience in incident investigation, HSE auditing (including ISO 45001), risk assessment, and contractor HSE management
• Strong communication, influencing, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, reporting, and investigation skills
• Resilient, proactive, and well‑organised, with the ability to work autonomously across multiple sites
• Proficient in MS Office and HSE reporting and database systems

Why Schneider Electric

• Join a global organisation with a strong commitment to safety and sustainability
• Make a meaningful impact across diverse operations and customer environments
• Supportive culture with strong leadership commitment to HSE

All applicants must have working rights in Australia at the time of application and will be required to provide documented evidence if selected for interview.

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