Safety & Training Officer

Workpac Group; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals on site

EAP program

Job summary

WorkPac is seeking a Safety & Training Officer for a mine site in Queensland on an 8/6 roster. You will coordinate site inductions, training sessions and toolbox talks, monitor training records, and assist with safety management systems.

You will conduct inspections, risk assessments and incident investigations while supporting operations with safety and training requirements to ensure compliance and a strong safety culture; site meals and accommodation are provided.

Qualifications

• Coordinate and deliver site safety inductions and training sessions.
• Maintain and monitor training records, competencies and VOC requirements.
• Assist with safety management systems and site procedures.
• Conduct workplace inspections, safety audits and risk assessments.
• Identify training gaps and coordinate refresher training.
• Assist with incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Promote a strong safety culture and compliance with legislation.
• Support supervisors with safety and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver site safety inductions, training sessions and toolbox talks.
• Monitor employee training records, competencies, qualifications and VOC requirements.
• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of site safety management systems.
• Conduct workplace inspections, safety audits and risk assessments.
• Identify training gaps and coordinate refresher training where required.
• Assist with incident investigations, reporting and corrective actions.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure employees follow site procedures and legislative requirements.
• Support supervisors and operational teams with safety and training requirements.

Skills

Inductions

Training sessions

Toolbox talks

Safety culture

Communication

Record keeping

Stakeholder engagement

Compliance

Office software

Education

Cert IV in Training and Assessment (TAE)

Tools

SharePoint

SkyTrust

Job description

Safety & Training Officer – Mine Site Based

8/6 Roster

About our client:

Our client is an Australian precious metals company focused on the exploration, development and operation of gold projects across Queensland. With a strong commitment to safety, operational excellence and sustainable resource development, our client offers employees the opportunity to work within an established mining operation while contributing to the continued development of Queensland’s resources industry.

What you will be doing:

Coordinate and deliver site safety inductions, training sessions and toolbox talks.

Monitor employee training records, competencies, qualifications and VOC requirements.

Assist with the implementation and maintenance of site safety management systems.

Conduct workplace inspections, safety audits and risk assessments.

Identify training gaps and coordinate refresher training where required.

Assist with incident investigations, reporting and corrective actions.

Promote a strong safety culture and ensure employees follow site procedures and legislative requirements.

Support supervisors and operational teams with safety and training requirements.

Maintain accurate safety documentation, registers and training records.

Monitor compliance with relevant WHS and Queensland mining safety legislation.

What you will need:

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

Minimum 3 years’ experience within metalliferous mining (advantageous)

Previous experience working across mill processing and surface operations

Cert IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) or equivalent

Demonstrated experience facilitating risk assessments

Experience developing and maintaining Safety and Health Management Systems

Strong computer literacy, with experience using SharePoint and SkyTrust highly regarded

Strong communication, organisational and stakeholder engagement skills

Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and compliance

Ability to successfully undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing

What's in it for you?

Work-life balance:

Enjoy an 8:6 dayshift-only roster, giving you a consistent schedule and regular time at home.

Career progression:

Opportunity for a pathway to permanency, along with training and upskilling to develop your skills.

Site benefits:

Meals and accommodation are provided while on site

Support when you need it:

Gain access to WorkPac’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and wellbeing services.

About WorkPac

WorkPac is Australia’s largest privately owned workforce solutions business. We add value to our candidates by providing recruitment, skills and career development opportunities across the Mining, Construction, Healthcare industries and more. Choosing WorkPac is always a Good Move.

EEO

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.