Enerven delivers electrical infrastructure and telecommunications solutions that are vital to connecting communities across Australia. Our design, construction, and maintenance services ensure reliable power generation, transmission, and distribution to homes and businesses nationwide – and our commitment to renewable energy and resilient grid infrastructure sets us apart.

The expertise and dedication of our people spans the entire electricity network, so careers at Enerven are defined by meaningful contributions and impactful work.

At Enerven, we’re connecting you with tomorrow.


About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced safety professional in the fields of high voltage, construction or energy to make a significant impact in the energy and renewables industry. Enerven are proud to work alongside Transgrid to deliver key projects across the state and further bolster our activity in reshaping the NSW energy market.

We are seeking a highly motivated Work Health and Safety Advisor to join our growing team. Enerven is partnering with Transgrid on several key high voltage infrastructure projects across NSW, including two major sites in the Hunter region and an exciting new project in the Upper Hunter. These projects support large renewable developments that are transforming the NSW energy landscape.

This position will be based in our office in Morisset on Lake Macquarie, with travel to our project sites across NSW required. 

Your duties and responsibilities:

• Implement WHS plans and supporting documentation
• Communicate WHS issues and standards
• Coordinate WHS initiatives for projects as required
• Regularly interact with workers on site
• Onboard and induct sub-contractors
• Classify and investigate incidents, ensuring close out of all actions to prevent reoccurrence
• Conduct WHS assurance and verification activities
• Monitor sub-contractors and ensure adherence to client requirements
• Provide monthly WHS reports as required by project, client, and Leader

This role will provide support to our leaders, workers and contractors to effectively manage safety across our operations. Some paid overtime will be required for this role as well as regular travel between sites across NSW. A company vehicle will be provided.

About you

You will be a dynamic, engaging, hands on safety professional with an excellent understanding of construction and electrical safety management and able to work effectively in field environments

Specific qualifications and experience required include: 

• Diploma in WHS and/or the equivalent level of skills and knowledge gained through experience
• Current drivers license - car
• Experience working in the electrical and telecommunications industries is desirable
• Current First Aid Certificate (desirable)  
• Strong knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations, standards, and best practices, preferably within the energy and infrastructure industry.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with teams at all levels.
• Qualifications and experience in root cause analysis investigations
• Knowledge of Transgrid’s Power System Safety Rules is desirable but not essential

About us

The work behind the network
When you join Enerven, you are working for a team guided by its core values of dependability, proactiveness and collaboration.

A skilled and diverse workforce
Our broad industry skillset enables us to meet complex challenges with agility and expertise. Our team is at the forefront of change – building a more sustainable future by connecting Australia with tomorrow.

Outstanding culture of safety and well-being
Health, safety and well-being form the foundations of our operations, and we have an unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of our people, our customers and the community we serve.

Flexible work options and employee benefit programs
Enjoy flexible working conditions that ensure you can have a better work, life balance, all in a collaborative, safe and supportive work environment. Our variety of employee benefits include:

• Flexi-time accrual
• Flexible working conditions with a supportive leadership team 
• 17.5% leave loading on annual leave
• 13% superannuation
• Leadership and career development opportunities
• Up to $900 in electricity reimbursement each year
• Automatic coverage from our income protection scheme
• Paid parental leave

An inclusive and equal opportunity organisation
We value and respect the unique backgrounds and experiences of our employees, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. As members of the Diversity Council Australia, our employees can receive full access to research, events and expertise on all aspects of diversity and inclusion.

Given safety is at the forefront of everything we do, candidates will undergo comprehensive pre-employment screening, including a medical and a police check.

Don't let this opportunity pass you by. For further information or any queries about this role, reach out to us at recruitment@enerven.com.au

Be part of something bigger. Join Enerven and help connect Australia with tomorrow.