Hygiene Advisor

Northern Star Mining Services Limited; City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GU Health Insurance

Incentive program

Share plans

Parental leave

Salary packaging

FIFO benefits

Flexible work policy

Job summary

Northern Star Resources is seeking an experienced Hygiene Advisor to join the KCGM Operations in Western Australia. The role focuses on delivering hygiene monitoring per the site health management plan, ensuring compliance with legislation and providing expert advice on hygiene, dust, radiation, noise and ventilation.

You will report to the Health & Safety Superintendent, supervise 3 Hygiene technicians, and participate in health monitoring, risk assessments, and regulatory responses.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Hygiene.
• Provisional AIOH membership is required at minimum.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Occupational Hygienist in mining, resources, manufacturing, or consulting.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and compliance requirements.
• Ability to conduct audits and prepare detailed reports.
• Excellent interpersonal and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform functions of Mine air quality officer (MAQO) and Noise officer.
• Develop, implement, and maintain site-based health plans and procedures (e.g., Silica, Diesel Particulate, Potable Water).
• Review Health Risk Assessments (HRA) and Health Management Plans (HMP).
• Oversee exposure monitoring, potable water sampling, and noise surveys; develop control plans.
• Support investigations of health and hygiene incidents; recommend preventive actions.
• Manage LGIRS SRS submissions, exposure monitoring and exceedance reports.
• Assist with risk-based Health Monitoring programs (e.g., Silica HM, Hearing Conservation).
• Support fit testing programs (respirators, hearing protection).

Job description

• 5/2, 4/3 Residential roster | 9 hour Days I 10-minute commute from town to site
• Competitive base salary + Quarterly STI bonus, subject to performance + Premium Private Health Insurance
• Be part of an exciting growth phase at KCGM Operations.

We are seeking an experienced Hygiene Advisor to join our KCGM Operations.

The Hygiene Advisor reports to the Health & Safety Superintendent and is supported by 3 direct report Hygiene technicians. The primary role is to ensure the health of employees through the delivery of hygiene monitoring programs in accordance with the site health management plan and any associated requirements.

You will be required to show commitment to health programs, and support staff in their implementation and management, ensuring compliance with legislation, organizational and business requirements and the delivery of expert advice and assistance on hygiene, dust, radiation, noise and ventilation aspects of safety compliance.

What you can look forward to:

• Performs the functions of the statutory positions of Mine air quality officer (MAQO) and Noise officer.
• Develop, implement, and maintain site-based management plans and procedures (e.g., Silica, Diesel Particulate, Potable Water).
• Review and update site Health Risk Assessment (HRA) and Health Management Plan (HMP).
• Oversee occupational exposure monitoring, potable water sampling, and noise surveys; develop related control plans.
• Support investigations of health and hygiene incidents and recommend actions to prevent recurrence.
• Manage LGIRS SRS submissions, including exposure monitoring and exceedance reports.
• Assist with risk-based Health Monitoring programs (e.g., Silica HM, Hearing Conservation, Biological testing).
• Support fit testing programs (e.g., respirators, ear protection).

Further assist with the following:

• Respond to regulatory and technical occupational hygiene requests.
• Identify ad-hoc exposure monitoring and additional assessments (e.g., vibration, heat stress, lighting).
• Support team projects and health/hygiene initiatives.
• Analyse and report results trends to managers and the corporate team.
• Conduct task observations and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in toolboxes/training to deliver key health and hygiene messages.
• Support investigation of permanent and temporary threshold shift results from audiometric testing.

Qualifications:

• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Hygiene
• At minimum Provisional AIOH membership is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Occupational Hygienist in mining, resources, manufacturing, or consulting.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and compliance requirements.
• Ability to conduct audits and prepare detailed reports.
• Excellent interpersonal and training skills.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.

Discover the benefits of working at Northern Star

• Subsidised GU Health Insurance for employees and immediate family, including gold-level hospital and ancillary benefits with rebates from 80% -100%.
• Competitive bonus program with quarterly and annual incentive opportunities.
• Employee share plans with free shares and matched contributions.
• Comprehensive parental leave policy and confidential wellbeing support.
• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing and FIFO benefits where applicable.
• Flexible working policy, with arrangements considered based on business and role requirements.

About Northern Star Resources

Northern Star Resources is an ASX 20 global-scale gold producer with a portfolio of high-quality operations and development projects across Western Australia and Alaska. We own and operate three production centres, bringing together a range of underground and open pit mining operations across some of the world’s most established gold regions. As we continue to grow, the Hemi Gold Project represents an exciting next chapter for Northern Star, positioning us to further strengthen our production profile and create lasting value for our people, communities and shareholders.

At Northern Star, we’re committed to building a strong and sustainable workforce where our people can contribute to the ongoing success of our operations. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills through hands-on, practical experience in a fast-paced, diverse environment alongside leading industry professionals. Guided by our STARR Core Values, we focus on continuous improvement and invest in our people as we evolve and strengthen our business.

Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria which includes a medical, drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work and valid Australian national police clearance. Northern Star is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.