Who is QAL?

Queensland Airports Limited (QAL) is an accomplished airport operator which owns and operates Gold Coast, Townsville, Longreach and Mount Isa airports – connecting the Gold Coast and northern NSW, along with regional Queensland, to the rest of the country and beyond. Our company has a vision to engage customers, connect communities and deliver exceptional experiences – and a commitment to delivering for the communities where we operate. We have been formally recognised as a ‘Great Place to Work – Certified’ organisation four times and recently was awarded Work180 accreditation as a champion for gender equity for the second year in a row. Our company is dedicated to a target of net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030.

There has never been a better time to join us.

Peter shares his unique experience working at QAL below:

‘I've been with QAL for over 7 years and really value the supportive, inclusive culture. The flexibility, career opportunities, and team spirit make it a great place to work. Leadership’s commitment especially during COVID showed how much they care. I enjoy contributing every day, especially in improving environmental outcomes.’

About the Role:

As the Senior Advisor Health and Safety – Projects, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the health and safety of all personnel involved in our infrastructure and construction projects. You’ll work closely with internal teams, contractors, and regulators to ensure compliance, drive continuous improvement, and foster a proactive safety culture across all project environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Compliance & Risk Management

• Develop and implement project-specific health and safety plans.
• Maintain risk registers and conduct audits, inspections, and testing.
• Provide monthly reports and updates to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with WHS legislation, ISO 45001, and Australian Standards.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Review contractor safety documentation and manage interface inspections.
• Lead incident investigations and liaise with regulators.
• Represent the business in project meetings and safety forums.
• Monitor and manage contractor compliance with permits and safety protocols.

Project Support & Continuous Improvement

• Support the GM Property & Infrastructure with safety insights and updates.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in WHS practices.
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance safety tools and procedures.

Workplace Health, Safety & Environment

• Promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s Safety and Environmental Management Systems.
• Participate in training and support aviation safety and security requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Diploma or higher in Work Health and Safety.
• 5+ years’ experience in WHS roles on major construction projects.
• Strong understanding of WHS legislation, ISO 45001, and high-risk work environments.
• Experience working with Principal Contractors.

Desirable:

• Certificate IV in Training & Assessment.
• Experience in aviation, airport, or tourism industries.

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to support multiple projects at once.
• High resilience and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities.
• Confident in negotiation and assertive when required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat.
• Proficient with high-risk construction activities.
• Experienced with leading and managing Contractors. 

What we offer you?

This is an opportunity to be part of a progressive organisation with a great culture and assist in the transformation and growth of the business. Flexible working options are available for all employees. At QAL, we uphold the philosophy that the smooth integration of life and work benefits all. We call it ‘Living Well’.

QAL supports an inclusive approach and values diversity within the workplace. We aim to provide opportunities that allow individuals to reach their full potential regardless of their background, gender, age, work status, religious or cultural identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will be required to adhere to QAL’s Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP), which includes pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Testing and have the ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).

Please obtain the Position Description by clicking HERE, or if you are on Seek, by copying the following location into your browser to access the Position Description through our careers site: https://qal.elmotalent.com.au/careers/QALcareers/jobs.