Principal Occupational Hygiene Consultant- Newcastle, NSW
Core
Lead hazardous materials assessments and occupational hygiene programs to protect worker wellbeing and ensure regulatory compliance across industrial, research, and public infrastructure sites.
Role type
Principal Occupational Hygiene Consultant (Hazardous Materials)
Builds
Hazardous materials management plans, occupational hygiene monitoring programs, technical reports, and risk assessments.
Domain
Environmental Health & Safety (Occupational Hygiene, Hazardous Materials)
Required skills
Licensed Asbestos Assessor certification, Project Management, exposure assessment, risk management, control strategy development, regulatory compliance knowledge, technical reporting, client relationship management, mentoring
Preferred skills
AIOH/COH full membership, tertiary qualification in environmental management/science/health and safety/occupational hygiene, valid Australian driver's license
Technologies
NATA accredited laboratory systems, Australian legislation and codes of practice
Responsibilities
Lead and manage hazardous materials assessments (asbestos, lead, PCBs) from survey to remediation; Provide occupational hygiene advice on exposure assessment and risk management; Oversee hazardous materials management plans and monitoring programs; Ensure compliance with Australian legislation and standards; Prepare technical reports and risk assessments; Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance; Build client relationships and contribute to tender submissions.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with leadership and mentoring responsibilities
