SHE Advisor

Job Location: This role is based at Osborne Naval Shipyard, Adelaide

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and/ or hybrid working.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We currently have a newly created opportunity for a SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) Advisor, you will be responsible for providing SHE advice. In conjunction with the SHE Team, you will coordinate the implementation, maintenance and compliance of SHE processes and systems. In addition to this role, we will have other opportunities that will become available in the near future.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Safety Health & Environment advice, in relation to SHE processes, policies, legislation and internal business standards.

• Coach employees, supervisors, managers and other personnel, in relation to SH&E processes.

• Ensure project compliance with incident reporting requirements, and assist with, incident investigations.

• Monitor and analyse injury/incident trend data, and implement/recommend actions to counter trends.

• Support and deliver relevant SHE training and inductions.

• Drive SHE process and system consolidation and improvement across the business unit and the SHE Central function.

About YOU

• Australian citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (essential).

• Tertiary qualifications in SHE or related disciplines.

• Demonstrated experience in SHE, or experience working and involvement in an environment where SHE systems and culture is embedded.

• Occupational first aider qualifications – desirable

• Lead ICAM Investigator (preferred)

• An industry recognised internal or lead auditor course for Safety Management Systems, Environmental Management Systems. Alternative requirement to achieve this during course of employment (preferred).

• Certified Safety Professional (SIA / IOSH) (preferred).

• Ability to negotiate with internal and external stakeholders, in a way that generates business benefit, whilst maintaining key relationships.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to suit a variety of different audiences, is critical to this role.

• A broad based computer literacy – intermediate MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances.