HSE Advisor | Mon-Fri | 38hrs | Sydney, NSW
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LocationNew South Wales, REF28961J, au
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3–5 yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 14, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live2d ago
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Diploma or higher qualification in Workplace Health & Safety or a related discipline
Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a Health, Safety & Environment, Compliance or Assurance role
Demonstrated experience conducting audits, assurance activities and compliance reviews
Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and HSE Management Systems
Experience working with ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 frameworks
Proven ability to lead investigations, conduct risk assessments and support corrective action management
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, systemic risks and improvement opportunities
Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence and build relationships across a diverse workforce
Exceptional report writing, communication and presentation skills
High level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Lead Auditor qualification, preferably ISO 45001
Certificate IV in Training & Assessment
Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis qualifications
ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 Auditor qualifications
Food Safety or HACCP auditing experience
Exposure to psychosocial risk management
Experience supporting large-scale operations, contract mobilisations or government services environments
Sodexo is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Enablon
Job Description
Join Sodexo: Help Drive Safety, Compliance and Operational Excellence!
About the company
Sodexo, a global leader in food services and facilities management, is seeking an experienced and passionate HSE Advisor to join our Global Strategic Accounts (GSA) team. With more than 30 years of experience supporting clients across Australia, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, environment and quality performance while delivering essential services to our customers.
About the role
We are looking for a motivated HSE professional to provide operational support, compliance assurance and continuous improvement initiatives across our Eastern Australia portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to influence safety culture, strengthen compliance frameworks and partner with operational leaders to drive sustainable HSE outcomes.
About the Role
As the HSE Advisor, you will play a critical role in supporting contract mobilisation, operational delivery and assurance activities across the GSA portfolio. Working closely with operational leaders, clients and support teams, you will provide expert HSE guidance, conduct audits, support investigations and help ensure compliance with Sodexo’s HSEQ Management System, regulatory obligations and client requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
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Provide operational HSE support across the GSA portfolio, including contract mobilisation, transition activities and ongoing operational delivery.
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Support tender submissions through the development of HSE plans, risk assessments, mobilisation strategies and client responses.
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Coach and advise operational leaders to improve HSE capability, compliance and performance.
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Facilitate risk assessments, HAZIDs, Management of Change activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Support incident investigations, corrective action development and verification of effectiveness.
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Develop HSE communications, toolbox talks and safety awareness campaigns.
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Execute a risk-based HSE Assurance Program across Eastern Australia.
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Conduct internal HSE Management System audits, client compliance audits, contractor verification audits and supplier audits.
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Monitor legislative, contractual and management system compliance requirements.
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Verify implementation of corrective actions arising from audits, investigations and inspections.
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Participate in ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 certification audits.
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Analyse audit findings and compliance trends to identify systemic risks and portfolio improvement opportunities.
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Prepare assurance and compliance reports for operational and senior leadership teams.
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Support the implementation of digital HSE initiatives, including Enablon and other compliance systems.
To be Successful in this Role, You Will Have:
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Diploma or higher qualification in Workplace Health & Safety or a related discipline.
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Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a Health, Safety & Environment, Compliance or Assurance role.
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Demonstrated experience conducting audits, assurance activities and compliance reviews.
•
Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and HSE Management Systems.
•
Experience working with ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 frameworks.
•
Proven ability to lead investigations, conduct risk assessments and support corrective action management.
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Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, systemic risks and improvement opportunities.
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Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence and build relationships across a diverse workforce.
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Exceptional report writing, communication and presentation skills.
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High level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
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Lead Auditor qualification, preferably ISO 45001.
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Certificate IV in Training & Assessment.
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Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis qualifications.
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ISO 14001 and ISO 9001 Auditor qualifications.
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Food Safety or HACCP auditing experience.
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Exposure to psychosocial risk management.
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Experience supporting large-scale operations, contract mobilisations or government services environments.
Why Join Sodexo?
At Sodexo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement are key priorities. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading professionals, contribute to meaningful projects and make a real impact across a diverse and growing portfolio.
Hiring process
Suitable candidates will be contacted as opportunities arise.
Legal
Sodexo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all.
Join us and help create a safer, healthier and more sustainable future for our people, clients and communities.