Health & Safety Advisor

• Work a 5/2: 4/3 family friendly roster. Be close to home!
• Base Salary + Quarterly Bonus + GU Health & more!
• Join the Health & Safety team at our KCGM Operations.

We are looking for a positive and proactive Health & Safety Advisor to join our KCGM Operations in this Kalgoorlie Residential role.

Reporting to the Senior Health & Safety Advisor you will provide guidance and support to site-based teams on matters relating to safety, health, hygiene, and systems.

What you can look forward to:

• Ensure site teams comply with the relevant regulations and continually develop the Safety Management System to remain relevant to all Stakeholders.
• Provide continuous support, guidance and direction to employees and contractors for all safety and health requirements.
• Review with the Manager–Safety serious incident investigations to ensure adequate quality and remedial actions are appropriate and implemented.
• Participate in risk assessments of site work activities and conditions.
• Monitor the completion of recommendations and actions from incident investigations, inspections, and audits.

Where you’ll add value:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in WHS
• An understanding of mining and minerals processing operations.
• Knowledge of safety programs and recognised safety management systems.
• Detailed understanding of the relevant acts and regulations.
• Experience in incident investigations, workplace inspections and audits.

Qualifications:

• Maximum of 5 - 7 bullet points is suggested for Blue Collar, and 7-10 max for White Collar
• Recognised tertiary qualifications in Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) or a related discipline.
• Lead Auditor Qualifications.
• St John Senior First Aid certificate or equivalent.
• Current “C” Class Western Australian Driver’s Licence.

Our people, your benefits:

• Subsidised GU Health Insurance for employees and immediate family, including gold-level hospital and ancillary benefits with rebates from 80% -100%.
• Competitive bonus program with quarterly and annual incentive opportunities.
• Employee share plans with free shares and matched contributions.
• Comprehensive parental leave policy and confidential wellbeing support.
• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing and FIFO benefits where applicable.
• Flexible working policy, with arrangements considered based on business and role requirements.
• 5 weeks annual leave for site – based employees

Kalgoorlie Production Centre – KCGM, Kanowna Belle, South Kalgoorlie & Carosue Dam

Our Kalgoorlie Production Centre includes KCGM, Carosue Dam and Kalgoorlie Operations (Kanowna Belle and South Kalgoorlie), bringing together a portfolio of established assets within one of Australia’s most recognised mining regions. Supported by a strong residential workforce and longstanding mining history, the centre offers the opportunity to contribute across a large-scale operational environment within the Goldfields region.

About Northern Star Resources

Northern Star is a global-scale gold producer, with operating mines, a development project and exploration programs in Western Australia and Alaska. We own and operate three high-quality production centres: Kalgoorlie, Yandal and Pogo, and one development project, Hemi which are all located in low sovereign risk jurisdictions.

At Northern Star, we’re committed to building a strong and sustainable workforce where our people can contribute to the ongoing success of our operations. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills through hands-on, practical experience in a fast-paced, diverse environment alongside leading industry professionals. Guided by our STARR Core Values, we focus on continuous improvement and invest in our people as we evolve and strengthen our business. 

Eligibility:

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!