Environmental, Health and Safety Advisor

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

📋 Description

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

• Ensure compliance with environmental licensing and reporting requirements.

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

• Prepare and submit reports necessary for environmental regulations and internal reporting timelines.

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

• Aid in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and the implementation 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.

• Encourage continuous improvement through engagement and coaching.

• Support environmental and sustainability projects, including initiatives for waste reduction, water conservation, and carbon footprint management.

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

• Maintain EHS records and assist in the development of dashboards, audits, and management reviews.

• Support both internal and external EHS audits.

• Travel to various wind farm service sites and provide remote technical EHS assistance.

• Establish rapport with site managers and customers while collaborating with cross-functional leaders to minimize and manage risks.

⛳️ Requirements

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

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

• In-depth knowledge 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.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Willingness to travel approximately 40% of the time.

• Medical fitness and the ability to work at heights as per GEV onboarding fitness for work standards.

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is preferred.

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

• Understanding of ESG frameworks and sustainability reporting is preferred.

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

• Understanding and application of lean principles is preferred.

• Additional language skills are preferred.

• Availability to monitor, read, and respond to communication outside of regular working hours.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote position.

• Relocation assistance is not provided.