Health and Safety Superintendent

Who are we?

Well we are the largest coal mining operator in the Gunnedah region and are extending our presence locally as well as into Queensland with multiple new projects.  Our current operating assets include three open cut and one underground mine all located in the Gunnedah basin.

We know that one of our greatest assets is our people, that’s why we are committed to you and your career with our business, this enables us to provide some fantastic development and coaching to assist you in your growth.

As a leader in the mining industry we live and breathe our core STRIVE Values.  Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.  This helps us to drive positive outcomes not only for our workforce but also for the wider communities in which we support.

About the Role

The Health and Safety Superintendent is accountable for developing, coordinating, maintaining and enhancing Health and safety, and Emergency management systems across our operation and ensuring statutory compliance. The role includes providing advice, coaching and assistance to site personnel as well as developing and coordinating the implementation of Whitehaven Coal Safety strategies.

Responsibilities include;

• Review high potential safety and training incident investigations for adequacy of corrective actions, timeliness of close out and apply findings to identify opportunities to improve safety and training management systems.
• Develop and coordinate the Emergency Management System and assist sites implement the Emergency Management Plan requirements. This may include:
• Actively contribute to, assist and share knowledge and information with your team aimed at improving safety, work processes, cost and teamwork.
• Support the operations in the development of a Health and Safety-focused culture through collaborative and effective communication.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Work Health and Safety or related discipline.
• Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment
• WHS Systems Auditor
• First Aid Certificate
• Root cause incident investigation facilitation
• Level 2 risk assessment facilitation
• Minimum 7 years WHS experience
• WHS experience in the mining industry
• Knowledge of WHS legislation and statutory requirements in NSW

Why Whitehaven?

Whitehaven offers industry leading benefits to its employees as well as a great opportunity to grow with us, the people we have in our business will truly partner in with you to assist in your growth and development through coaching and mentorship.

• Company ownership through the annual $1,000 Whitehaven Employee Share Gift program
• Short & medium term incentive schemes
• Employee referral scheme offering $3000 for successful referrals
• Full relocation packages offered to live in the beautiful region of North West NSW
• Industry leading parental leave policy offering 26 weeks of paid leave plus super for primary caregivers
• Salary sacrifice opportunities, including novated leases & remote area housing benefits
• Learning and development opportunities to help our people be the best they can be
• Women’s leadership development and mentoring programs for senior and emerging talent