Overview of the Role
Are you passionate about creating safer workplaces and positively influencing teams? At Nyrstar, we are seeking a Safety Advisor to lead the charge in promoting world‐class safety standards at our Port Pirie operation in South Australia.
Key Responsibilities
* Support frontline teams to identify and manage workplace hazards, recommending mitigation strategies and corrective actions.
* Investigate workplace accidents, near misses, and incidents to determine root causes and prepare detailed reports with recommendations to prevent recurrence.
* Develop and deliver inductions and other safety training programs; conduct toolbox talks and ongoing training related to workplace safety.
* Perform regular site inspections to identify safety hazards and ensure compliance with policies and procedures, documenting findings and following up on corrective actions.
* Act as a safety role model, fostering a culture of safety and encouraging proactive employee involvement; engage with employees, management, and contractors to build awareness about the importance of workplace safety.
* Monitor and ensure adherence to occupational health and safety laws, standards, and company policies, ensuring safety procedures are accessible and understood by all employees.
* Monitor and manage accurate and up‐to‐date records of inspections, incidents, and audits.
* Track and analyse trends in safety performance, creating reports and presenting data to frontline teams; use analytics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in safety programs.
About You
To thrive in this role, you will need:
* Minimum 4+ years of experience in safety advisory roles, preferably in heavy industry or high‐risk environments.
* Cert IV in Occupational Health & Safety (mandatory).
* Strong understanding of Safety Management Systems (SMS) and high‐risk areas such as Major Hazard Facilities (MHFs).
* Demonstrated ability to influence and build positive relationships across different levels within an organisation.
* Well‐developed investigation and problem‐solving skills with a results‐oriented mindset.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Suite; RIMS and SAP highly desirable.
* Ability to adapt to high‐risk environments, including wearing and maintaining personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, boots, hard hats, and respirators.
Nyrstar Port Pirie's Safety Policy requires clean‐shaven employees and a non‐smoking site. As a Major Hazard Facility subject to SafeWork SA regulations, you may be asked questions regarding your physical attributes to ensure regulatory compliance.
Benefits
* Opportunity to contribute to safety strategies at the forefront of the minerals processing industry as a valued team member.
* Career development and mentorship opportunities within a dynamic and growing organisation.
* Competitive salary packages with relocation assistance (Port Pirie is just 2.5 hours from Adelaide).
* 5 weeks of annual leave, discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), and novated car leasing.
* Subsidised dental care and paid parental leave.
* Immersion in a collaborative and exciting work culture.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Nyrstar is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity within its workforce. Please note you must have unrestricted valid rights to work in Australia.
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