Senior Health & Safety Advisor

Aurelia Metals; Cobar; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Relocation support

Residential allowance

FIFO options (Brisbane, Sydney,Melb)

Job summary

Aurelia Metals Limited, based in NSW, is seeking a Senior Health & Safety Advisor at Peak Gold Mines to strengthen safety culture, drive compliance and lead risk assessments. You will partner with site leaders and frontline teams to implement WHS systems, deliver training and investigations, and support continuous improvement across operations.

This role offers a 8/6 roster, relocation options, residential allowance and various FIFO/DIDO arrangements to suit your situation in a dynamic mining

Qualifications

• Minimum Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS).
• ICAM training and relevant competency units in risk management, safety investigations and workplace communication: RIIRI301, RIICOM301.
• Minimum Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE4011 as specified).
• Current, unrestricted Manual C Class Driver’s Licence.
• Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, risk management, incident investigation and safety systems within an operational environment.
• Certificate III in Mines Emergency Response and Rescue is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and support on the implementation of WHS systems, policies, plans and procedures, ensuring compliance with legal and corporate requirements
• Facilitate risk assessments, ICAM incident investigations, workplace inspections and safety audits, driving corrective actions and continuous improvement
• Monitor contractor incident reporting and maintain accurate records in INX, while tracking action close-outs through the InControl database
• Deliver safety training and promote the effective use of TAKE 5, JSAs, PTOs and Safety Interactions, monitoring compliance and identifying trends
• Analyse safety performance, prepare reports for the WHS Superintendent, and communicate relevant hazards, risks and safety information across the workforce
• Support rehabilitation, injury management, workers compensation, Mines Rescue coordination and emergency response readiness across site

Skills

WHS knowledge

Risk management

Incident investigation

Safety systems

Safety training delivery

Education

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS)

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE4011)

Certificate III in Mines Emergency Response and Rescue

RIIRI301

RIIWHS301

RIICOM301

Tools

INX records

InControl database

Job description

Aurelia Metals Limited is an ASX-listed, Australian-owned gold and base metals company based in NSW. We operate the Peak and Federation underground mines and are progressing the Great Cobar Project, a high-grade copper development near Peak.

We are proud to be a WORK180 endorsed employer, with inclusion, safety, and our Values at the heart of everything we do. With one of the most prospective land positions in the Cobar Basin, we are unlocking value through discovery, development, and growth.

The Great Cobar Project, with an eight-year mine plan and strong exploration upside, will drive the next generation of growth at Aurelia and create diverse career pathways for those wanting to be part of a high-performance, forward-thinking culture.

About the role

Join Peak Gold Mines as a Senior Health & Safety Advisor, where you'll play a key role in strengthening our safety culture, driving compliance and supporting continuous improvement across site operations. Partnering with leaders and frontline teams, you'll deliver proactive safety initiatives, lead risk assessments and incident investigations, and help build a high-performing workforce where safety comes first.

Roster: 8/6, 12 hours per day (Dayshift only)

Location: Peak Mine, Cobar NSW

Residents enjoy a balanced roster and the opportunity to settle into the family-friendly township of Cobar. Relocation support is available, along with a residential allowance

DIDO if you live within an 800km radius of the Mine site which includes a travel allowance

FIFO from Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne

Key responsibilities

Provide expert advice and support on the implementation of WHS systems, policies, plans and procedures, ensuring compliance with legal and corporate requirements

Facilitate risk assessments, ICAM incident investigations, workplace inspections and safety audits, driving corrective actions and continuous improvement

Monitor contractor incident reporting and maintain accurate records in INX, while tracking action close-outs through the InControl database

Deliver safety training and promote the effective use of TAKE 5, JSAs, PTOs and Safety Interactions, monitoring compliance and identifying trends

Analyse safety performance, prepare reports for the WHS Superintendent, and communicate relevant hazards, risks and safety information across the workforce

Support rehabilitation, injury management, workers compensation, Mines Rescue coordination and emergency response readiness across site

Qualifications and experience

Minimum Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS)

ICAM training and relevant competency units in risk management, safety investigations and workplace communication: RIIRI301, RIIWHS301 and RIICOM301

Minimum Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE4011 as specified)

Current, unrestricted Manual C Class Driver’s Licence

Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, risk management, incident investigation and safety systems within an operational environment

Certificate III in Mines Emergency Response and Rescue is desirable

At Aurelia Metals, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We reward hard work, support growth, prioritise wellbeing, and foster a culture where everyone belongs, because when you thrive, we thrive.

What we offer

Reward & Recognition: Competitive pay, incentives, share plans and recognition programs

Lifestyle Balance: Family-friendly rosters, 18 weeks paid parental leave, health perks, counselling and flexible work options

Purpose & Community: Values-driven culture, WORK180 Employer of Choice, relocation support and local benefits

Development & Progression: Training and development, apprenticeships, graduate programs and clear career pathways

Our recruitment process

We are committed to a fair, accessible, and transparent process, using structured interviews and work-ready checks. If you require support or adjustments, please let us know during initial screen.

What to expect

Application review – we assess applications as they are received

Initial screen – a short call with our HR team

Structured interview – with a technical leader and HR representative

Work-ready checks – may include police clearance, pre-employment medical, references and/or skills testing

Offer – a formal offer made to the successful candidate

We actively promote a culture where everyone feels safe, included and respected. We welcome differences of thought and people from all backgrounds as we strive to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.