Health & Safety Advisor

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About the role

We are looking for a Health and Safety Advisor to join our Olive Downs Complex on an 8/6 roster.

Reporting to the Project Health & Safety Manager, you will support the maintenance and effectiveness of the site's Safety and Health Management System. This dynamic, hands-on role requires flexibility and the ability to adapt quickly for success.

Pembroke Resource’s Olive Downs Complex is a greenfield project located 40 kilometres south-east of Moranbah which commenced mining operations in mid-2023. Thiess has been awarded a five-year contract to deliver full service mining operations, including mine planning overburden removal, drill and blast, load and haul (Autonomous), water management and rehabilitation as well as construction of the mine infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the coordination of all functional safety issues including the maintenance of relevant records and reports
• Playing a pivotal role in the implementation of the injury management process
• Driving a strong safety culture and liaise with other departments to ensure achievement of the site's safety objectives, including visual field leadership
• Championing all applicable Health and Safety and Laws, Regulations and statutory obligations at all times.
• HST Management Systems: Developing and maintaining plans, procedures, and guidelines with legislative requirements and industry best practice.
• HST Strategy & Leadership: Supporting the business in delivering legislative compliance, sustainability commitments, and industry best practices
• Risk Management & Compliance: Facilitate procedure reviews, risk assessments, incident investigations (ICAM) and contribute to regulatory compliance at site.

About you

• Experience in a site-based HST role in mining or heavy industry
• Proven 2+ years experience as an HSE Advisor
• RIIRIS402: Carry out the risk management process (G2)
• Certificate IV Occupational Health & safety, or higher qualifications
• Current Queensland driver licence: C class (minimum)
• Strong understanding of mining operations and associated hazards
• ICAM Lead Incident Investigations; the ability to facilitate ICAM Investigations
• Solid knowledge of HSE legislation, regulations, and industry best practices
• Expertise in developing and delivering effective HSE training programs
• Proficiency in incident investigation techniques, risk assessments, and emergency response planning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Strong computer skills

What Thiess can do for you

• 8/6 lifestyle roster
• Eligible for Annual Remuneration Review and Discretionary Bonus'
• Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development
• Full accommodation facilities provided
• Individual flexibility travel arrangements on offer - (Live Local, FIFO (Brisbane) or DIDO)
• Paid flights from Brisbane; or 
• Regional housing allowance for local residents; or
• Travel allowance 
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products
• Health & wellbeing rewards program through AIA Vitality
• Salary sacrifice options – novated leasing 

About us

Thiess works with clients in Australia, Asia and the Americas in the dynamic field of open-cut and underground mining.

The pioneering spirit of our founders – the legendary Thiess brothers – is our legacy, and inspires our vision to harness the power of people and technology to drive sustainable change.

At Thiess, you will have the opportunity to play a part in the global energy transition. We are growing our commodities portfolio to include metals and minerals critical to the energy transition, and developing services to enable sustainable mining.

We’re creating a culture of curiosity, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning – supporting our people to contribute to Thiess’ success and continued growth in sustainable mining.

We’ll support you to hone your skills and develop new ones, take on challenges and grow, through mentorship, collaboration and empowerment. We offer our people ongoing technical training and development opportunities so they can reach their full potential. We also invest in the workforce of the future, with a range of programs for people starting their careers.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to enable our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

Learn more http://thiess.com/makeyourmark

How to Apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

Thiess follows a Pre-Employment Process for all successful applicants, which includes two employment references, a National Police Check and a medical assessment. These checks are essential to your application, and your recruiter will support you through the process.