Make your mark with Thiess
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About the role
Our Lake Vermont Project situated outside of Dysart, in Central Queensland is currently seeking a Health & Safety Superintendent to work within our collaborative Health, Safety and Training team working a 5/2, 4/3 roster. This project is one of Thiess’ largest and longest running projects.
This role will see you:
- Thorough understanding of Queensland Coal Mining legislation and the typical risk profile of a complex open cut mining operation
- Able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with key stakeholders including the Senior Leadership Team, line supervisors and the Inspectorate
- Assist with the coordination of all functional safety activities and processes including facilitating risk assessments, systems development and the maintenance of relevant records and reports
- Effectively facilitate Incident Investigations ensuring a HSE presence is available wherever possible
- Proven experience with continuous improvement to the sites SHMS
- Discover and implement innovative ways to improve the site overall approach to ensuring critical controls are applied effectively and consistently.
- Play a pivotal role in the implementation of the injury management process
- Drive a culture of safety ownership and liaise with other departments in the achievement of the site's safety objectives
- Development and rollout of safety campaigns, awareness programs and presentations
- Lead a team of health and safety professionals to deliver on business plans, maintain compliance with internal and statutory obligations and effectively manage safety risks.
- Develop and utilise team members by establishing clear expectations, managing personal performance and accountability in a supportive framework
- Have the experience and willingness to step up into the HST Manager role when required
About you
To be successful in this role you will require the following:
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant field
- Experience in injury rehabilitation coordination
- ICAM Investigation experience
- S1, S2, S3 and G2
- Strong computer skills
- Ability to communicate across all levels
- Adaptability and flexibility essential
- Hands-on approach, leading by example
- G3 and G7 desired
What Thiess can do for you
- Permanent full-time position
- 9 day fortnight (5/2 4/3)
- Site Allowance
- Eligible for Annual Remuneration Review and Discretionary Bonus'
- Individual flexibility travel arrangements on offer - FIFO from Brisbane, travel allowance for DIDO employees or regional housing allowance for local living (Dysart)
- Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development
- Health & wellbeing rewards program through AIA Vitality
- Salary continuance insurance
- Salary sacrifice options – novated leasing
- Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products
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 and their families – 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
Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at [email protected] or the site HST Manager, Emily Bosca on 0457 917 973 / [email protected]
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.
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.
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