Overview
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.
Northern Star Resources currently has an opportunity for Senior Occupational Health Nurse at our Carosue Dam Operations. This is an autonomous site-based position working a roster of 8:6 FIFO ex Perth on a permanent and full-time basis. The primary role is to ensure the health of employees and contractors through the delivery of professional health and medical services, health promotion, proactive injury management, monitoring of occupational health functions and the delivery of expert advice and assistance on health and medical matters. This opportunity requires the incumbent to be on call 24 hours to respond promptly with all medical emergencies.
Here is what awaits you.
Responsibilities
* Provide emergency and non‐emergency medical care and assistance onsite, including on‐call medical advice.
* Manage onsite medical facilities, assets, and emergency preparedness systems to ensure effective response capability.
* Review, maintain, and improve medical emergency procedures and response processes.
* Deliver medical training, including defibrillator use, and coaching to site personnel and Emergency Response Team (ERT) members.
* Support the H&S Manager with health reporting, data analysis, and compliance with corporate requirements.
* Assist with interpretation of legislation, standards, and risk management, providing informed input to site leadership.
* Contribute to OHS projects and initiatives, including occupational health programs, hygiene, and workers' compensation administration.
Requirements to thrive
Qualifications: Bachelor of Nursing and/or Bachelor of Paramedical Science or equivalent with remote ED and primary healthcare experience, current AHPRA registration, and a current Advanced Life Support (ALS) qualification.
Experience: Demonstrated experience in first responder or emergency medical care, ideally within the mining industry, including exposure to emergency response situations, rural and/or remote service delivery, and primary health care. Sound clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills, competence in IV cannulation and blood collection, knowledge of injury management and return‐to‐work processes, RFDS and medical evacuation protocols, OHS or hygiene practices, INX systems, and a current WA Manual C Class driver's licence.
Passion for Growth: Success in this role requires a high‐performing individual who leads by example, champions the STARR Core Values, and demonstrates a proactive and professional approach with strong clinical judgement, the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, and a commitment to safety, compliance, and best practice.
Benefits and perks
Discover the perks of working at Northern Star.
Joining the Northern Star team also offers the opportunity to enjoy our industry leading benefits and bonus programs, which include:
* Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
* Five weeks annual leave for site-based roles.
* A quarterly Short-term Incentive Bonus Program.
* An annual Employee Share Plan Program.
* Company paid Salary Continuance Insurance (income protection) from commencement.
* Our GoldSTARR rewards program – with real cash savings for everyday expenses.
* Gold standard parental leave policy.
* Salary sacrificing benefits, including novated leasing and remote area living benefit options.
* Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) that includes free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services.
Pre-employment and Equal Opportunity
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 opportunity 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!
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