HSE Advisor
- Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Permanent - Full Time
- Lead site‑based HSE delivery for a major renewable energy construction project
- Translate corporate HSE frameworks into practical, workable site processes
- Influential interface role - manage up to leadership and down to site teams
Alinta Energy is one of Australia’s biggest energy retailers, generators and developers with over 1.1 million customers. Australia’s energy system is undergoing the biggest transformation in its history and we’re right there with it. We’re investing in and developing large-scale renewables and storage projects as part of our ongoing effort to provide our customers with reliable, affordable and sustainable energy.
We understand that flexibility matters when considering your next role. Let us know your requirements, and we’ll carefully consider how we might accommodate them.
About the role
We’re seeking an experienced Health, Safety & Environment Advisor to join Alinta Energy’s project team supporting the Reeves Plains Energy Hub, a large‑scale renewable and battery storage development north of Adelaide.
This role goes beyond technical HSE delivery, playing a key leadership role on site. You’ll set clear expectations, influence behaviours and ensure standards are consistently applied, acting as the interface between site operations and leadership to translate corporate HSE requirements into practical, site‑ready outcomes.
You’ll be a trusted on‑site presence, guiding teams to deliver safe outcomes through clear communication and sound judgement. The role combines site‑based and office‑based work, with regular site presence essential to building trust, lifting performance and supporting project delivery.
Why you'll love working here
We’re a welcoming bunch who put our energy into being the best company we can be. For us, this means shared respect, great communication between teams, acting on our ideas, and looking out for each other’s wellbeing. There are plenty of great perks, from flexible working to a long list of exclusive Alinta benefits.
What you'll do
- Act as the primary HSE advisor to the project, providing practical advice that supports both project delivery and Zero Harm objectives
- Translate corporate HSE policies, procedures and standards into clear, implementable site‑level processes and documentation
- Conduct and oversee HSE audits, inspections and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with legislative and project requirements
- Build strong working relationships with site teams, subcontractors and leadership, influencing safe behaviours and standards
- Lead and support incident and near‑miss investigations, identifying root causes and driving corrective actions
- Deliver and support HSE training, coaching and safety conversations to lift capability across the project
Your experience
- Degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (or equivalent practical experience)
- 5+ years’ experience in HSE roles within construction, infrastructure, renewables or operational plant environments
- Demonstrated leadership experience within an HSE or site‑based role, influencing teams and driving accountability
- Strong site credibility with the confidence to challenge unsafe practices
- Proven ability to manage up and down and communicate expectations clearly
- Experience translating HSE policies into practical, site‑implementable solutions
Please note this role requires full working rights within Australia.
Like what you’re seeing?
If you like the sound of this, and you’ve got experience in a similar role, we’d love to talk to you. Come and discover better together with Alinta Energy.
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Our Diversity Commitment
Alinta Energy offers a truly diverse, safe and supportive work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, Alinta Energy encourages applications from any qualified person, including First Nations Australians, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people of all ages and people living with a disability. We are also proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and we are committed to advancing women’s careers.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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Closing date: 1/4/26