Title:  Senior HSC Advisor - Safety

About John Holland

At John Holland, our purpose is simple – we transform lives with everything we do.

We’ve always known that infrastructure is about people — our customers, our employees, and the communities in which we work every day.

That’s our difference. Deep experience and capability with genuine care about creating better lives for people along the way.

Be part of the team that’s up for the challenge of transforming lives for good.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior HSC Advisor – Safety to join the team delivering the landmark Penrith Stadium Redevelopment—a $300M+ project transforming the existing venue into a modern, world-class stadium and entertainment precinct in

Western Sydney.

Working as part of a high-performing project team, you will play a critical role in ensuring safety outcomes are achieved across all

 construction phases, supporting the delivery of this major infrastructure project safely, on time, and to the highest standards.

About You

You will have:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Work Health & Safety, Construction, Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience working on major construction or infrastructure projects ($100M+), ideally within a stadium, building, or complex Tier 1 environment.
• Strong operational and commercial awareness, with the ability to balance safety outcomes with programme and budget requirements.
• Demonstrated experience delivering projects safely, on schedule, and to high-quality standards.
• A solid understanding of project management systems, including Safety, Quality, Environmental and design processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain and review relevant safety and design information to ensure risks are identified and effectively controlled across construction activities.
• Monitor safety performance, quality of works, and site conditions, ensuring compliance with WHS legislation, project safety plans, and construction specifications.
• Coordinate with engineering and construction teams to ensure safe systems of work are implemented and maintained across all work packages.
• Provide technical safety leadership and guidance to site teams, subcontractors, and junior safety staff to ensure project objectives are achieved safely and efficiently.
• Track and report on safety performance, incidents, corrective actions, and project progress, maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Support the management of on-site safety functions across multiple work fronts, including collaboration with Project Engineers and supervisors.
• Review subcontractor safety documentation (SWMS, risk assessments, permits) and ensure adherence to project and legislative requirements.
• Lead incident investigations, including root cause analysis, and implement preventive measures to minimise risk.
• Facilitate toolbox talks, pre-starts, and safety training to drive workforce engagement and a strong safety culture.

You Will Also Bring

• The ability to identify, assess, and manage safety, environmental, and quality risks across complex construction activities.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and site teams.
• Experience managing subcontractors and supporting overall project team performance.
• Well-developed organisation and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage competing demands on a dynamic construction site.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and a commitment to fostering a strong, positive safety culture.

What's in it for you when you join John Holland

We’re about connecting your sense of purpose to ours. We understand that your career is one of the biggest ways to have an impact on the

world. We also believe in supporting you as a whole person, not just an employee.

We reward and support our people in many ways. This starts with being flexible about how different people like to work. From generous

leave policies to wellbeing and relationship support, your needs sit at the heart of our employee benefits.

We offer:

• Competitive remuneration with salary continuance, and salary sacrifice options.
• Great leave benefits, including 18 weeks’ paid parental leave with super and up to an extra 18 weeks of super paid on further periods of unpaid parental leave, multicultural leave exchange, and two extra days to prioritise your wellbeing.
• Career progression opportunities across an exciting pipeline of work shaping cities and communities.
• Learning and development programs, including technical development, leadership pathways, and emerging talent programs.
• A strong commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity supported by business-wide strategies and employee resource groups.