Senior HSE Advisor (Six-Month Contract)

About the role

ALS is seeking an experienced Senior HSE Advisor for a six-month contract based in Scoresby. You will support the national rollout of ALS's global HSE management system and help harmonise HSE practices across operations in Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania. Working with business leaders, laboratory management, HSE teams, HR, HSRs and Safety Champions, you will give practical advice, deliver training and embed consistent approaches to safety, risk management and regulatory compliance. The role also provides temporary leave coverage for the Senior HSE Advisor for about 8-10 weeks.

Key responsibilities

• Continue the national rollout of key HSE projects and management systems.
• Support HSE integration and harmonisation across multiple businesses and sites.
• Partner with leaders to embed a strong safety culture aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and deliver training on HSE systems, risk management and compliance.
• Advise on safety legislation, WorkSafe requirements and injury prevention.
• Maintain HSE systems, procedures and documentation in line with regulatory requirements.
• Review incident investigations and ensure corrective actions support continuous improvement.
• Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments and monthly performance reviews.
• Ensure psychosocial hazards are addressed through appropriate risk management processes.
• During leave coverage, guide HSE team members and support engagement with regulators and stakeholders.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Health and Safety, Environmental Science or a related discipline, with experience in a strategic HSE advisory role in a multi-site or high-risk environment.
• Strong knowledge of Australian safety legislation, WorkSafe regulations, injury management and return-to-work practices, and experience managing psychosocial hazards.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, training and coaching skills, and a proactive approach to risk and continuous improvement.
• Current driver's licence and flexibility to travel interstate.
• Citizen or permanent resident of the country of application, or able to obtain a valid working visa.

Required skills

• HSE management systems
• Microsoft Office

To apply, submit an online application with a resume and cover letter.