Ready to pursue your professional journey with Northern Star? As an ASX 50 global-scale gold miner, we have sizeable operations in Western Australia and Alaska. With unparalleled pathways for advancement and avenues for personal growth, we stand as Australia’s premier gold employer. Your journey starts here.
At Northern Star, we live by our STARR Core Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Results. These Values are not just words on paper; they are the cornerstone of our Company culture and guide everything we do. You will play a pivotal role in upholding these Values and contributing to our collective success.
About our role
Northern Star has a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a Health and Safety Advisor to join the team at our Thunderbox operations on a permanent basis across an 8 days on / 6 days off roster FIFO from Perth and Busselton
Reporting into the HSEC Manager and Safety Superintendent. The incumbent will to ensure compliance with client, regulatory, and internal safety standards, driving a strong safety culture across our operations.
Here’s what awaits you:
- Provide support and technical guidance on risk management incident investigations and operational controls in accordance with industry guidelines
- Promote a positive safety culture which includes continuous improvement in HST strategies, initiatives, systems, and practices
- Attend daily pre-start meetings an regular safety meetings to champion safe workplace practices
- Assist with investigating and reporting accidents and incidents as required
- Attend regular safety meetings to promote safe work practices and a healthy and safe workplace
- Working closely with supervisors and crews on safety leadership and compliance
- Conduct audits, inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations
- Build strong relationships with site teams and maintain site visibility to drive a positive safety culture
To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
Experience: 3+ years experience in a similar safety role, ICAM Lead Investigation Training, INX (desirable)
Knowledge: Sound understanding of the Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation and statutory requirements. Excellent relationship building skills
Qualifications: Certificate IV in Work Safety and Health or Diploma in Work Safety and Health. Current WA manual drivers licence
Passion for Growth: Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate clearly, listen actively, and work seamlessly alongside others.
Discover the perks of working at Northern Star:
- Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
- Short-term incentive bonus program.
- 5 weeks annual leave for site-based employees.
- Employee Share Plan programs.
- Gold standard parental leave policy.
- GoldSTARR rewards program - cash savings for everyday expenses.
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) that includes free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services.
- Salary continuance (income protection) insurance from commencement.
- Salary sacrificing benefits, including novated leasing and remote area living benefit options.
Eligibility:
Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria which includes a medical, drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work and valid Australian national police clearance.
Northern Star is an equal chance employer committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
Apply now to join the Northern Star team!