Be part of the department that works to protect, support and develop NSW primary industries, mining sector and regional communities.
* Permanent ongoing opportunity
* Full-time role at 35 hours per week
* Location - Maitland preferred; however, all other DPIRD office locations may be considered by negotiation - regional location encouraged/hybrid working supported
* Salary ranges from $164,015.00 to $189,842.00 + super & leave loading
About the Role
The Mine Safety Inspectorate, Electrical Engineering Unit at the NSW Resources Regulator (part of NSW Resources) is looking for a Senior Mine Safety Officer (Electrical) to join the team.
Responsibilities
* Assess, monitor and review individual mine operator's health and safety management systems to ensure regulatory compliance and ensure that acceptable standards are adopted and implemented.
* Provide technical expertise and advice on high-risk activity notifications, exemptions and other technical matters.
* Undertake technical assessments of authorisations applications and notifications. Advise mines and licensed facilities of their compliance status in writing.
* Conduct announced and unannounced inspections and assessment activities at licensed facilities and mines.
* Consult with mine operators to ensure corrective actions are addressed in a timely manner and assist these operators in scheduling improvement actions to ensure the health and safety of persons at their operations.
* Investigate incidents and non-compliances, review circumstances, determine causal factors and make recommendations to prevent recurrence. This includes responding to incidents and emergency situations outside of normal business hours, on a rostered basis.
* Participate in industry engagement via involvement in Standards Committees, Industry Forums and Seminars.
Qualifications and Experience
* Electrical engineering qualifications and sound knowledge of: • Mining and work health and safety related legislation • Technology, systems and practices applied in mining • Auditing methodologies
* Previous employment in an electrical engineering role, with either project management or supervisory level experience within the mining industry would be ideal.
* Exceptional negotiating and influencing skills and a demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships of confidence with operators and workers.
* Firm understanding of best practice approaches and solutions given the variety of legislative requirements and rapid changes in technology.
Driver and Availability Requirements
* Must be able to respond to incidents out of normal business hours (backshifts, weekends) on a rostered basis.
* Must hold and maintain a current Class C driver licence.
* Compliance with pre‐employment probity screening is mandatory and a condition of engagement.
* Appointment will be subject to the satisfactory participation in a pre‐employment health assessment.
* Compliance with the Resources Regulator Integrity Clearance policy is mandatory, and a condition of engagement for staff engaged after 3 December 2019.
* Compliance with the Resources Regulator Pecuniary Interests in the Regulated Sector policy is mandatory.
* Appointment and ongoing assignment is subject to the satisfactory participation in ongoing health screening.
EEO and Inclusion Statement
At DPIRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds—including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation.
DPIRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter, Family Inclusive Employer and Carer Friendly Employer.
We are committed to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers. If you require adjustments or information in an alternative format to participate, please contact talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.
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