HSE Advisor
Description
Job Title HSE Advisor
Reporting to Head of Health, Safety and Quality
Location Site based – Boulder Creek
Hours Full time (Two-year Fixed term Contract)
The company
The power is yours: Careers that shape the planet
RES is the world’s largest independent renewable energy company, driven by a clear vision: a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero-carbon energy.
Our success depends on our people. We tackle some of the world’s toughest challenges, so we invest in attracting and developing the best talent.
At RES, you’ll find a diverse, supportive environment committed to your personal and professional growth. We offer meaningful work that makes a real impact, opportunities to learn from inspiring colleagues across a global network, and the chance to grow your career while helping deliver a sustainable future.
The Role
We’re seeking an HSE Advisor to support the Project Manager in implementing safety and environmental compliance systems on-site. Acting as the key liaison between RES and the client, you’ll ensure all safety and environmental standards are met throughout project execution.
In this role, you’ll mentor subcontractors on compliance requirements, monitor contractor performance, and foster a strong safety culture aligned with HSQE laws, project objectives, and company leadership goals. Your expertise will help deliver projects safely, sustainably, and to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build positive relationships with clients and contractors, fostering collaboration and respect.
- Set up and monitor project safety and environmental systems to ensure compliance with laws and standards.
- Coach teams to continuously improve policies, procedures, and share best practices.
- Ensure safety and emergency plans are communicated, understood, and followed by all staff.
- Conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations, address non-conformances promptly.
- Promote a culture of hazard reporting and maintain accurate safety documentation.
- Review subcontractor safety and environmental plans for compliance.
- Support toolbox talks, project meetings, and HSE committee sessions.
- Identify and escalate safety or environmental risks; stop work if necessary to protect people and the environment.
- Prepare reports and maintain safety performance statistics to drive improvement.
What you’re looking for:
At RES, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect that:
- Leave: 24 days annual leave + 1 discretionary day, with option to swap up to 4 public holidays.
- Community: 4 volunteer days and charity matching (up to $1,000).
- Wellbeing: $40/month allowance or Class Pass, health reimbursements, flu shots, and EAP support.
- Sustainability: EV subscription (post-probation).
- Growth: Sponsored education, professional memberships, and journals (up to $450/year).