Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety WA – Kalgoorlie WA
The Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS) is more than just an employer. We aim to provide our employees the opportunity to:
* Contribute – give back to your community, share your knowledge and improve safety.
* Develop – grow your skills, develop a career path, and expand your horizons.
* Thrive – find balance between work and home life, make a change and enjoy a better future.
Here at LGIRS we value diversity and appreciate every individual's perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve and an inclusive culture where all employees feel valued, respected and connected.
The Role
* Administers the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act 2020 and Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022 as an Inspector of Mines.
* Supports safety reform, continuous improvement and change management approaches.
* Contributes to the implementation of best practice standards and achievements of the Group's Operational Plan.
* Conducts audits inspections and reporting on working places and practices related to the mechanical aspects in mining operations and conducts and reports on technical reviews.
* Undertakes investigations and reports on mechanical aspects of incidents in mining operations and appears at inquiries and inquests of incidents held with respect to mining accidents.
* Executes a range of standard enforcement activities aligned with the Group's programs and policies.
* Takes part and contributes to investigation and prosecution reports and present expert evidence as required.
* Liaises with and provides technical advice to stakeholders, professional associations and the community on matters related to work health and safety in mining and to sound mining practices in general.
* Responds to requests for regulatory and technical information; initiate and respond to correspondence; prepare documentation to enforce legislation.
Licenses/Qualifications
A tertiary vocational or trade qualification in a mechanical discipline relevant to the resources sector.
Benefits working for LGIRS
* Flexible working hours (with a standard 37.5 hour week)
* Flexible working arrangements (from home, the field and office)
* 20 days of annual leave per year (which can be taken at half pay)
* 17.5% leave loading paid annually on accrued annual leave
* 15 days personal leave per year
* 13 weeks long service leave every seven years (which can be taken at half pay)
* 18 weeks paid parental leave (after 12 months of service)
* 3 public holidays in lieu per year
* 5 days reproductive leave per year
* 10 days disability leave per year
* 5 days bereavement leave
* 5 days cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people per year
* Ability to purchase additional annual leave
* Opportunities for professional development, acting, shadowing and mentoring
* Stable work, job security, fair remuneration and 12% superannuation contributions
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