Safety Vacation Student - Mining, 12-Week Paid Program

Whitehaven Coal; Gunnedah; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp accommodation provided

Job summary

Whitehaven Coal is offering a 12-week paid Vacation Student program in Safety at Maules Creek near Gunnedah. This hands-on placement lets you apply your Occupational Health and Safety studies in a real mining environment while mentored by experienced professionals.

The program covers site safety inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations and safety reporting, with camp accommodation provided for the duration. Ideal for students enrolled in related degrees seeking industry exposure.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety or related discipline.
• Interest in workplace health and safety within mining and resources.
• Commitment to safety, integrity and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safety inspections, audits and workplace observations.
• Support health, safety and risk management initiatives across site.
• Participate in incident investigations and learn corrective actions.
• Assist with hazard identification, risk assessments and safety reporting.

Skills

Safety inspections

Audits

Incident investigations

Risk assessments

Safety reporting

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

Whitehaven Coal is offering a 12-week paid Vacation Student program in Safety at Maules Creek near Gunnedah. This hands-on placement lets you apply your Occupational Health and Safety studies in a real mining environment while mentored by experienced professionals.

The program covers site safety inspections, risk assessments, incident investigations and safety reporting, with camp accommodation provided for the duration. Ideal for students enrolled in related degrees seeking industry exposure.