Senior Consultant – Environmental Health and Safety Location: Melbourne, Primary Location Only Date: 4 May 2026 Requisition ID: The opportunity We are looking for Senior Consultants (3 to 5 years of professional experience) to join our growing national health and safety consulting team. You will work under the mentorship of our industry renowned team leaders, and closely with our clients in Oceania to help diagnose and address health and safety challenges, designing and implementing the right solutions based on evidence‑based practice and risk‑based approaches. Your key responsibilities Contribute to planning and delivery of projects involving physical and psychosocial risk management, strategy, management system design, audit and analytical frameworks, culture change and leadership. Contribute to a collaborative and high performing team environment, applying technical expertise of health and safety on the delivery of EY’s health and safety services. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and clients, including providing guidance and coaching to Graduates and Consultants. Skills and attributes for success Three to five years of demonstrated experience in health and safety management systems, auditing, risk management, strategy, and stakeholder engagement, or equivalent operational health and safety experience. Experience in the professional services/consulting industry. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience working in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. Ability to contribute to multiple projects and deadlines. A curious mindset, strong desire to learn, grow and upskill. Genuine interest in health, safety and wellbeing. Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills. Proactive approach to take initiative and identify new opportunities. Experience working well as part of a high‑performing team. Ability to travel intra and interstate as required. Desirable qualifications and experience Relevant tertiary qualifications in health and safety, engineering, environmental or health sciences, human factors, or business. Exemplar Global Auditor qualifications and Certificate IV in Training and Assessment. Understanding of the design and implementation of EHS management systems. Defence security clearance or the ability to obtain it. What we offer you Career development: develop future‑focused skills and world‑class experiences. Flexible work arrangements: flexible work policies to balance professional and personal life. A comprehensive benefits package: yearly wellness incentive, additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year and family‑friendly policies including 26 weeks of gender‑neutral paid parental leave. Salary: competitive salary open to negotiation based on skills and experience. Acknowledgement of Country EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located in Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders—past, present, and emerging. Inclusion We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier‑free recruitment experience for all. If you need support or adjustments, please let us know. Application process Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third‑party provider. Ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. #LI-Hybrid EY | Building a better working world #J-18808-Ljbffr