Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) Advisor

Ventia are currently seeking an experienced SHEQ Advisor to contribute to the Seqwater contract. Start your journey at Ventia and apply today!  

About the Contract

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. Ventia has been awarded a new water contract to deliver preventative, corrective, and reactive maintenance along with Electrical, Mechanical and Instrumentational services across the Seqwater network.  Ventia provides service excellence across 35 water treatment plants, 95 pump stations, and 26 referable dams. 

What We Offer You:  

• Full-time permanent role, based in Baringa, QLD
• A supportive and inclusive work environment where you matter.  
• We pride our services on delivering service excellence to the communities we live in.  
• We look after each other and foster our people's wellbeing.  
• Access to VenPerks includes offers and discounts to leading brands  
• Access to Ventia Academy includes training, development and accelerated learning programs  
• Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives - including the EAP, Ventia's Healthy Minds program, and Healthy Bodies program. 

At Ventia, safety is our number one priority and is paramount above all else. As the SHEQ Advisor, you will represent our safety values and oversee safety, compliance across the Our operational footprint.

The SHEQ Advisor will have a 30% office based and 70% field based role carrying out hazard & compliance inspections, risk assessments & ensuring compliance across the Seqwater network.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and monitor compliance with Ventia’s Critical Risk Protocols, ensuring alignment with operational activities.
• Coordinate and conduct assurance audits and inspections in accordance with scheduled plans, delivering within specified timeframes and developing SMART corrective actions.
• Provide guidance and support on the implementation and continuous improvement of SHEQ processes across the project.
• Manage incident reporting and corrective actions in Vensafe, ensuring timely entry, tracking, and closure.
• Lead investigations using ICAM methodology and other tools to address hazards, risks, and compliance issues.
• Conduct third-party audits of subcontractors to verify compliance with project requirements and SHEQ standards.
• Support and promote environmental initiatives, driving performance improvements in line with environmental management plans.
• Monitor workplace compliance and proactively address non-conformances
• Assist with workers’ compensation and injury management processes, ensuring effective support.
• Lead by example, fostering a positive safety culture and consistently demonstrating core safety values.

About you

• Certificate IV or Diploma in Work Health & Safety
• 5+ years of experience as a SHEQ Advisor on maintenance contracts or similar
• ICAM training investigations certificate (Desirable)
• Lead Auditor Training or internal equivalent (Desirable)
• Construction white card
• Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - HLTAID001 (Desirable)
• Provide First Aid - HLTAID003 (Desirable)
• Current C Class Driver Licence

About Ventia

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity  

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGTBQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.  

How to apply    

If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.    

Position Reference Number: 164596