Health and Hygiene Officer

Company Description

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Job Description

The Health and Hygiene Officer will provide services and support the execution of key occupational health and hygiene processes at the Operation, by providing support to the Site’s Occupational Health Superintendent as well as the broader Site Safety and Health team.

The role will support injury management, fitness for work and medical surveillance programs, management of workplace health exposures, occupational hygiene sampling plan and risks and health and wellbeing promotional and prevention activities and programs. You will have:

• Expert level of administrative skills
• Demonstratable experience working in the field of occupational health and hygiene, preferably in Queensland coal mining
• Demonstratable knowledge of legislative requirements relating to health in Queensland Coal Mining industry, including the Coal Mine Workers’ Health Scheme and Recognised Standards applicable to health and hygiene

Demonstratable knowledge of health risk management principles and implementing continuous improvement

Qualifications

To be successful in the role you will hold;

• Tertiary qualifications in a Health Sciences related area of study such as Occupational Therapy/ Nursing/ Physiotherapy or Occupational Hygiene
• Post-graduate qualifications in safety, health or hygiene management is desirable.
• Strong communication skills, knowledge and awareness of safety and health practices
• 3 to 5 years' experience in a similar role is desirable

Additional Information

• Full time opportunity
• Monday-Friday
• DIDO, residential and FIFO (salary sacrifice) options available
• Subsidised accommodation included.

What we Offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

Who we are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity, and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies. As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.



Background checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.



Inclusion and Diversity
At Anglo American, we embrace change and promote an inclusive and diverse environment where you can bring your whole self to work, every day. We are adopting new approaches to recruitment, talent development, mentoring, parental leave, and flexible working to further support diversity across our business.



How we are committed to your safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Employee referral
Do you know someone who would fit this role? Employee referrals will be accepted for this job. Refer to your local Referral Guidelines for policy conditions and amounts.

How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

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CLOSING DATE

23 June 2024

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to closing date – applications may also close before this date.

Recruitment Agencies
Anglo American Metallurgical Coal does not accept unsolicited applications from Recruitment Agencies.