Health & Safety Officer

Airswift is hiring a Health & Safety Officer for a mining and chemical project in Hatfield, NSW, Australia. The role involves ensuring safety standards on-site, implementing health and safety policies, conducting risk assessments, and training personnel. Candidates should have qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety and relevant experience. The position is contract-based for up to 12 months, focusing on a greenfield project with a commitment to safety and operational excellence.
Health and Safety Officer
• Location: Hatfield, NSW, Australia
• The company: Global Mining and Chemical Company
• Indicative assignment length: up to 12 months (subject to agreement)

The Company/project

We are recruiting for a prominent global player in the mining and chemical industry, known for its focus on sustainable practices and operational excellence. This role is part of a strategic mineral sands project in the Murray Basin, Southwest NSW, aiming for a full operational phase by late 2026 and completion by March 2027. The company is committed to fostering a safety, innovation, and teamwork culture.

The role

Reporting to the Lead, the Health and Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring the highest safety standards on the construction site. This role involves implementing health and safety policies, conducting risk assessments, training site personnel, and monitoring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific health and safety programs in alignment with company standards and regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments, and hazard analyses, and implement preventive measures to minimize risks on site.
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and industry health and safety regulations, keeping current on any regulatory changes.
• Implement, audit and conduct safety compliance programs to identify and address concerns.
• Conduct safety orientations, training sessions, and toolbox talks for new and existing site personnel.
• Lead the onboarding of contractors, including reviewing safety management systems.
• Provide guidance on safe work practices and emergency response procedures.
• Lead investigations for any incidents, near-misses, or safety concerns, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of safety incidents, inspections, and safety audits.
• Develop emergency response plans and ensure that site personnel are well-prepared for various scenarios.
• Conduct drills and ensure that emergency equipment is readily available and functional.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness and continuous improvement, encouraging proactive identification of potential hazards.
• Collaborate with project leaders to refine safety practices and achieve zero-incident goals.

Requirements
• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field
• Substantial experience as a health and safety professional in the construction industry. Experience in the NSW mining regulatory framework is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk management practices.
• ICAM investigator qualifications.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment medical examinations, including drug and alcohol testing.
• Australian citizenship or valid working rights (Permanent Resident or valid working visa).

What’s On Offer
• Greenfield project
• Long-term contract on client's side
• 19/9 roster

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