• 12-month contract with State Government Department
• Nerang based, live and work on the beautiful Gold Coast
• Contractor benefits through Talent, join the family today!

About the company:

Talent International are partnering with a State Government Department dedicated to overseeing infrastructure, services, and policies to ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable mobility. It manages road networks, public transport systems, and maritime operations, facilitating the movement of people and goods.

About the role:

Reporting to Regional Management, this role will focus on the monitoring of external principal contractors and their health and safety performance on projects. Your main duties and responsibilities may include:

• Provide a high standard of professional advice and support to frontline project and contract management staff, managers, and regional management teams on:
• Interpretation, understanding, and application of WHS legislations, Australian and international standards, certification and accreditation criteria.
• Implementation of WHS policies, procedures, standards, guidance and tools as they relate to the delivery of projects.
• Identification and effective management of principal contractor safety performance issues and opportunities.
• Support project and contract administration teams in application of Client-Side Safety Governance (CSSG) including review and analysis of project data and reports to support contractor safety assurance.
• Support timely and effective incident reporting and investigation by principal contractors and support project teams in reviewing, understanding and monitoring improvement actions.
• Support the identification, planning and delivery of contractor safety assurance initiatives targeting improvements in project and industry work health and safety capability and performance.
• Support the implementation of contractor safety assurance content, including through the delivery of training, consultation with project and contract managements, and ongoing monitoring for effectiveness.
• Lead and support workplace visits, inspections and audits at principal contractor workplaces to support project teams in maintaining an awareness and understanding of principal contractor systems and risk management controls.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive hourly rate, aligned with A06 banding.
• Flexible working arrangements on offer.
• Contractor benefits through Talent, join the family today!
• Tailored support throughout the whole process and beyond by your experienced Recruitment Partner.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety, Risk Management, or related discipline, along with industry-recognised safety certifications (e.g., Cert IV WHS or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of WHS legislation, systems, and risk management practices, particularly in a construction or infrastructure environment.
• Proven experience in assessing and supporting safety performance of principal contractors, including incident investigation and risk control monitoring.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including project managers, contractors, and safety professionals.
• Experience in delivering training, communicating safety initiatives, and influencing safety culture and performance.
• Successful candidate must be willing to obtain a Criminal History Check prior to commencement.

How to apply:

If this sounds like you express your interest and suitability via the 'Apply Now' function.

If you would like more information about this role, or wish to have a confidential discussion about your career aspirations, please contact Steph Rose (07) 3031 4500 or [email protected] // Emma Hansen (07) 3031 4517 or [email protected] today.

We look forward to hearing from you ✨

Applications close Wednesday, 4th June.