Senior Safety Advisor
Core
Drive implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Safety Management System and foster a strong safety culture at a mining/metals processing site.
Role type
Senior Safety Advisor (IC)
Builds
Site safety and business continuity manuals, KPIs, audit systems, and incident investigation processes.
Domain
Mining and metals processing (zinc, lead, copper) / Occupational Health & Safety
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Safety management system design, regulatory compliance (WHS legislation), risk register management, incident investigation (ICAM), safety auditing, hazard identification, emergency response planning, data analysis for safety trends, stakeholder engagement, training delivery
Preferred skills
RIMS and SAP proficiency, Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety
Technologies
Microsoft Suite, RIMS, SAP
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain safety and business continuity manuals; Identify system gaps against standards and implement improvements; Establish safety KPIs and conduct system audits; Proactively manage safety processes and ensure policy compliance; Provide coaching and technical advice to site leaders; Support staff training in safe work practices and emergency procedures; Maintain risk register and audit high-risk activities; Lead incident investigations using ICAM processes; Analyze safety data to identify trends and enact improvement strategies; Provide support for emergency response activities outside regular hours
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC