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Job Title


WHS Coordinator Rail


Company : Daracon Group


Location : Sydney,


Created : 2025-06-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Requirements Arenco is one of Australia''s leading specialists in Infrastructure Construction. We take a holistic approach to our clients'' work by combining innovative design, high skill construction, disciplined programming and budgeting with a contemporary management approach. Our reasoned attitudes to safety, people, quality, industrial relations and the environment mean we deliver projects with resounding results. We are currently seeking an experienced WHS Coordinator to act in a roving role, supporting a wide range of rail, road and civil infrastructure projects across the business. This is a permanent position that will be based out of our Head Office in Auburn with an expectation to be geographically mobile around the Sydney Region so as to provide operational support onsite. Delivery of WHS service and assurance to our project and corporate teams for both rail and civil aspects will be a core component of this role. In order to be effective in the role, we are looking for an individual with strong skillsets and experience in the road and rail sectors who also has a strong understanding of the Rail Safety Act and ONRSR accreditation requirements. About the role: You will be instrumental in monitoring and assisting with implementation of the Integrated Management System, while providing specialist WHS advice and influencing positive behaviors on a range of civil and rail projects. This is an active role that requires the candidate to possess experience working with some of our key clients like ARTC, Transport for NSW, Sydney Trains and ideally Roads & Maritime Services (RMS). In return for this level of skill, we can offer a position that will give you the necessary support and autonomy to assist with the driving of an excellent HSEQ culture across our projects and the business as a whole. Requirements To be considered you will have: Mandatory: Tertiary qualifications in Workplace Health and Safety (or equivalent); Rail Industry Worker Competent; Experience with incident investigation (ideally ICAM); High level of skill and expertise working and coordinating WHS requirements in the Rail environment; Experience working in accordance with Rail Safety Accreditation and Rail Safety interface Agreements; Extensive in-field experience working in similar Civil construction industries; Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to develop effective relationships with managers, executive and staff to achieve business outcomes; Current Drivers License; Construction Induction Training (White Card or equivalent); Subcontractor management experience; Experience in maintaining systems in accordance with AS4801 and ONRSR; Experienced in conflict resolution; Competent computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, Powerpoint) Ability to problem solve and assist with making practical decisions in a high stress environment; Ability to consult and influence throughout all levels of the organisation; Ability to interpret legislation and related standards; Strong Client management and engagement skills; Experience liaising with Rail regulators; Willingness to work occasional weekends and be on call, and Experience influencing WHS Behaviors throughout all levels of the organisation. Preferable: Lead Auditor Qualified (WHS Management Systems); Qualifications / Experience in Risk Management Processes or similar; Experience developing Accredited Rail Safety Management Plans and Rail Safety Interface Agreements; Previous Authorised Drug & Alcohol testing Person under ONRSR Accreditation and/or Certificate IV Training and Assessing. Job Preview In return for your skills and experience, you will be offered the opportunity to work with an employer that values your contribution to the organisation and is dedicated to your career success. We value our people as our key asset and this is reflected in all aspects of our business. Apply now! Email your application to or contact our office on for further information.