Health and Safety Expert
Whitehaven Coal operates in Australia's only emerging high-quality coal basin. Our company's culture is built on our STRIVE values. We are renowned for excellence in project delivery and maintaining safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible operations.
Our STRIVE values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal recognizes individuals and teams that go above and beyond their role requirements to deliver exceptional outcomes while demonstrating our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value, and Excellence.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Health and Safety Advisor at our Vickery Open Cut operation. This location is a short 20-minute drive from Gunnedah. Gunnedah is a vibrant regional town with abundant walking trails, fishing, water sports, and various cafes and restaurants. The region is rich in history, featuring museums and Australian wildlife.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Health and Safety Advisor to join us at our Vickery Open Cut mine. Reporting to the Superintendent – Health, Safety & Training, you will support the mine by promoting a positive health and safety culture through providing support, advice, coaching, and assisting in developing and implementing our health and safety strategies.
Responsibilities:
* Assist in developing and implementing internal health and safety strategies, plans, and policies.
* Facilitate and participate in incident investigations, risk assessments, and management of change processes.
* Monitor the site's emergency preparedness and response equipment and capabilities.
* Support and participate in site WHS Committee meetings, pre-start, and toolbox talks.
* Monitor compliance and provide ongoing support to Operations, Contractors, and Corporate Teams.
Requirements:
* Knowledge of NSW WHS Legislation and statutory requirements.
* Experience with Onsite & SharePoint or similar systems.
* A genuine passion to uphold our STRIVE values and contribute to a collaborative organizational culture.
* Experience in the mining industry.
Benefits:
* Full Relocation Packages.
* 9 Day Fortnight Roster (5:2 | 4:3).
* 5 weeks of Annual Leave, 15 days Personal Leave, 26 weeks Paid Parental Leave.
* Career Development, Mentorship, and Coaching opportunities.
Whitehaven Coal strives for an inclusive environment that values diversity of gender, culture, and experience. We are committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We are working with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of current or former Defence members in finding meaningful and sustainable employment.
Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer. To be considered for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia.
Reward. Opportunity. Recognition. Great Place to Work.