Safety Assurance Advisor

Company Description

MAKE IT AMAZING

At Sydney Airport, the future of air travel is shaped by you.

As a team, we connect the world. More than just a hub of activity and boundless energy, we’re creating a destination of amazing experiences. Like seeing wonderful moments unfold in front of you, knowing “I made that possible!”.

Dynamic. Fast-paced. We thrive in a place where fresh challenges land daily. Backed by positive and supportive team players and inspiring leaders, we adapt to change. Driven to grow. Owning every action. To do things better.

As smart, problem-solvers, we are always learning and growing. And that’s easier to do alongside passionate experts, as we collaborate across teams readily sharing our knowledge.

Each day is a new journey, as we bring an exciting vision to life. With significant capital investment in new, improved infrastructure, there’s never been a better time to expand your potential at Sydney Airport. The range of responsibilities and diverse pathways you can take on with us, are surprising.

We are SYD. United in the pride that comes with welcoming the world at Australia’s premier gateway.

Job Description

About the role

The Safety Assurance Advisor plays a vital role within Sydney Airport’s Safety and Wellbeing team, helping ensure our airport operates safely, securely and in full compliance across maintenance, construction and operational activities. This role is central to protecting our people, partners and passengers while supporting the safe delivery of critical works in a complex, live operational environment.

Reporting to the Manager, SSEQ Compliance, you will provide second line assurance across Safety, Security, Environment, and Quality. As a trusted on-site presence during both day and curfew shifts, you will work closely with contractors and internal stakeholders to manage interface risks, resolve issues in real time and minimise impacts to operations, service delivery, and the customer experience.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to…

• Support delivery of Sydney Airport’s Safety Strategy and Critical Risk Program
• Provide expert advice on SSEQ controls, risk management and compliance
• Conduct site inspections and assurance activities during day and curfew shifts
• Monitor contractor works to manage interface and operational risks
• Review contractor documentation including SWMS and management plans
• Engage stakeholders through briefings, onboarding and toolbox talks

About you

• Demonstrate experience in construction, compliance or safety advisory roles
• Bring strong knowledge of WHS legislation and risk management frameworks
• Apply a practical and proactive approach to safety and quality assurance
• Communicate effectively with contractors and diverse stakeholders
• Operate confidently in dynamic, operational environments
• Commit to continuous improvement and customer-focused outcomes

What we offer

To find out more about the amazing work environment here at SYD, be sure to check out the Join us section of Sydney Airport’s website, where you can also see more about our flexible culture and work practices, alongside our other Employee benefits, or take a look at our LinkedIn Sydney Airport: Life page.

Make it Amazing

SYD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations Australians, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.