Superintendent Health & Safety

Superintendent Health & Safety

• Opportunity to work with a global mining organisation
• Be part of safe, positive and close knit team
• Residential role. Enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle - Weipa

About the role

We are looking for a Superintendent Health & Safety to join the Health & Safety team at Weipa. The role is accountable for the work output of a large multi-disciplinary team delivering the Health, Safety and Emergency Services functions to the Weipa Bauxite portfolio. The rapidly expanding portfolio consists of three mining and processing operations and the associated supporting infrastructure including the township of Weipa.

This role is a great opportunity for an experienced professional who will be responsible for the team's delivery of advice, planning, support and training of Health and Safety activities to the Operation. The role will also drive continuous improvement and effectively integrate health and safety activities with the day to day operations, to drive towards zero harm. Reporting to the Business Partner HSE - Weipa, you will:

• Partner with site leaders to maintain & improve safety performance
• Coordinate and Support the implementation of corporate and site health and safety initiatives.
• Drive the incident management and investigation processes to maintain their high standards.
• Undertake high level data analysis and interpretation of site safety and health trends and support site response to issues identified
• Operational control of the site Emergency Services team (professional) and the supporting Emergency Response Team (workplace volunteers).
• Overseeing and reporting on the Critical Risk Management (CRM) system and the integration of the Human Performance program into the workplace.

• Reporting to regulatory bodies for Health & safety issues on site
• Manage site preparation and execution of HSE audits / assessments
• Providing guidance and support to facilitate the delivery of health, hygiene and injury management functions.

About you

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in a health and safety leadership role within the heavy industrial environment.
• Proven ability to build effective influencing relationships and provide strategic oversight over the development of complex operations.

It will also be beneficial if you have:

• Tertiary qualification in safety or related a field
• Experience working in a remote location.

Where you will be working

Rio Tinto Weipa is located 900km north-west of Cairns on the Gulf of Carpentaria and has been operating for over 50 years. Over the years, it has developed into a vibrant and diverse cultural hub of the Western Cape. Weipa offers a coastal community rich in geographical beauty and cultural heritage that provides families with opportunities to participate in leisure activities, sports and community events. With a strong sense of community, the region has plenty of natural beauty to offer including the opportunities for boating, fishing, camping and exploring. Construction of the Amrun project, located 40 kilometres south west of Weipa, is currently underway to expand our bauxite operations and continue production from one of the world’s premier bauxite deposits. This expansion will strengthen the economy and provide exciting opportunities for the people of Cape York and Queensland for future generations.

About us

As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.

Our long history is filled with firsts. We’ve developed some of the world’s largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You’ll find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home.

Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It’s a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it’s this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.

Apply today if you want to work with the latest technology and innovation, in an environment where we challenge you to drive positive change.

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.