WHS consultant pricing in Melbourne and Victoria: published fixed fees
All fees exclude GST and are current as at July 2026. Scope and fixed fee are confirmed in writing before any work starts.
How much does a SWMS cost in Melbourne? A single custom, site-specific SWMS is $390. A review and update of an existing SWMS is $190. Complex high-risk activities such as crane lifts, confined space or demolition start at $750. A bundle of 3 SWMS is $990 and a bundle of 5 is $1,490. A JSA or JSEA is $295.
How much is a WHS or safety audit? A single-site WHS compliance audit is a fixed $2,450, including a written report and a prioritised corrective action plan. An ISO 45001 gap analysis starts at $3,800. An incident investigation (ICAM) starts at $3,500.
Do you charge by the hour? You can engage hourly at $225 with a two-hour minimum, or $1,450 for an advisory day. Most work is fixed-fee, so there are no hourly surprises.
Do you offer monthly safety support? Yes. Compliance Watch retainers start at $1,650 per month. External HSEQ Advisory retainers start at $3,500 per month.
How much does a toolbox talk or safety training session cost? A session of up to 2 hours for up to 25 people is $1,200. A half-day workshop for up to 30 people is $2,400. Training is tailored to your site and is non-accredited.
What areas do you cover? CWT is based in Frankston South. Travel within metropolitan Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula is included. Regional Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania are quoted at cost, with remote support Australia-wide.
Who does the work? Every engagement is handled personally by Christopher Warren, senior HSEQ advisor and WHS consultant. Call 0415 637 981 or email cwtsafety@outlook.com for a written fixed fee.
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