Senior Work Health and Safety Adviser (Infrastructure)

Job Description:

• Drive safety outcomes across complex, high‑risk infrastructure, capital works and contractor environments.
• Provide senior advisory leadership on risk‑based safety, emergency management and infrastructure assurance across the University estate.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $116,262 – $127,078 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The health, safety and wellbeing (HSW) of our staff, students and partners is fundamental to UWA’s pursuit of excellence in education and research.

The HSW Directorate is responsible for all aspects of health and safety for staff, students and other users of the University’s campuses and properties in accordance with the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA). This unit leads the University’s strategic intent to achieve and effectively maintain a safe and healthy working environment for all, and culture that considers safety and health risk as part of all operational planning and delivery activities.

The Senior WHS (Infrastructure) works within the Safety Business Partnering function of HSW.

About the opportunity

• Provide expert WHS advice on infrastructure activities, including capital works, maintenance, operations, and asbestos and fire and emergency management, applying a risk-based and technically informed approach.
• Conduct and oversee internal and external WHS audits and assurance activities, with a focus on critical risk controls, investigation quality, regulatory readiness and emergency management capability.
• Lead investigations into complex and high-risk infrastructure-related incidents, ensuring appropriate investigation scope and root cause analysis methods, and that the outcomes inform regulatory responses, assurance priorities, system improvement and effective risk control.

About you

• A degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Science, Health, Engineering, or a related field, or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Strong knowledge of WHS principles, legislation and best practice, with demonstrated application in infrastructure and asset-intensive environment, including maintenance activities, capital projects, safety in design and contractor works, with specific experience in asbestos and fire and emergency management systems.
• Extensive experience in developing, implementing and improving safety management systems, with expertise in compliance monitoring, regulatory expectations and governance reporting.
• Demonstrated experience addressing complex and high-risk safety issues through independent professional judgement, constructive challenge and engagement with senior stakeholders across multiple locations.
• Experience managing fire and emergency safety systems in line with AS3745 and relevant legislation, including emergency planning, fire warden arrangements and exercising programs.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance, and driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant. Some after-hours work and occasional travel within the state may be required.

Position description: PD - Senior Work Health and Safety Adviser (Infrastructure) 523292.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Kerryn Stewart at kerryn.stewart@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 20 May 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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