Environmental Health and Safety Advisor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Australia.

📋 Description

• Assist in the implementation of GE Vernova’s EHS Management System, ensuring adherence to legislation, standards, and permits.

• Ensure compliance with environmental licensing and reporting obligations.

• Engage in environmental monitoring initiatives related to waste, water, air, and spill prevention.

• Compile and submit reports mandated by environmental regulations and internal reporting schedules.

• Perform site safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments.

• Aid in incident investigations, root cause analyses, and the development of preventative measures.

• Facilitate toolbox talks, pre-start briefings, and job safety analyses.

• Contribute to site EHS planning and the management of critical risks.

• Provide EHS training and awareness sessions for both employees and contractors.

• Foster continuous improvement through engagement and coaching efforts.

• Support environmental and sustainability initiatives, such as waste reduction, water conservation, and carbon footprint reduction programs.

• Gather, analyze, and report on EHS KPIs and leading metrics.

• Maintain documentation and assist in the creation of EHS dashboards, audits, and management reviews.

• Aid in internal and external EHS audits.

• Travel between various wind farm service sites and offer remote technical EHS support.

• Cultivate relationships with site managers and customers while collaborating with cross-functional leaders to minimize and mitigate risks.

⛳️ Requirements

• Diploma in Work Health & Safety (WHS) or a technical equivalent from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent qualification.

• At least 3 years of experience in an EHS role within the construction, energy, or renewable energy sectors.

• Comprehensive understanding of Australian WHS and Environmental legislation and compliance requirements.

• Experience with the implementation of ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems.

• Capability to obtain Global Wind Organisation (GWO) certification.

• Excellent communication, organization, and reporting abilities.

• Willingness to travel approximately 40% of the time.

• Medical fitness and capability to work at heights in accordance with GEV onboarding fitness for work criteria.

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is preferred.

• Familiarity with GE Vernova’s EHS systems and processes (or comparable EHS frameworks) is preferred.

• Understanding of ESG frameworks and sustainability reporting is preferred.

• Expertise in electrical safety and LOTO requirements, crane safety, construction safety, fall prevention, or confined space practices is preferred.

• Knowledge and application of lean principles is preferred.

• Proficiency in additional languages is preferred.

• Availability to monitor, read, and respond to communications outside standard working hours.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote position.

• Relocation assistance is not provided.