SHES Systems & Assurance Officer

Orica; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Orica is seeking a SHES Officer for a 12-month contract at Yarwun operations. This hands-on, site-based role strengthens SHES systems, supports audits, incident investigations and reporting, and helps drive continuous improvement of safety and compliance across the site.

You will work with operations teams to embed safe working practices, analyze data, and prepare dashboards for stakeholders, contributing to Orica's commitment to safe, responsible operations and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in SHES, engineering or risk management, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience across safety, environment, quality, risk, compliance, operations or industrial systems.
• Confidence working collaboratively with operational teams in an industrial environment.
• Strong systems capability, including data analysis, reporting and presentation preparation.
• A proactive and adaptable mindset, with the ability to learn technical concepts and apply them practically.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation, review and maintenance of SHES systems, procedures and standards.
• Coordinate audits, inspections and assurance activities, including verification of critical controls.
• Assist with incident investigations, risk assessments, corrective actions and lessons learned.
• Prepare SHES reports, dashboards and performance updates for site stakeholders.
• Support SHES planning and monitoring activities during maintenance shutdowns and turnarounds.
• Partner with operational teams to strengthen safe work practices and system compliance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement and site community initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Reporting

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

SHES qualification or engineering/risk management

Job description

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

We are pleased to announce an opportunity for a SHES Officer (12-Month Contract) to join our team at Orica’s Yarwun operations.

In this hands-on, site-based role, you will help strengthen the systems, processes and assurance activities that support safe, compliant and reliable operations. Working closely with employees and leaders across the site, you will contribute to the implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of Safety, Health, Environment and Security practices within a dynamic Major Hazard Facility environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and adaptable professional who enjoys working with people, improving systems and turning information into practical safety outcomes. You will gain broad exposure across assurance, critical controls, investigations, reporting and operational risk while contributing to Orica’s strong commitment to safe and responsible operations.

What you will be doing

• Support the implementation, review and maintenance of SHES systems, procedures and standards;
• Coordinate audits, inspections and assurance activities, including verification of critical controls;
• Assist with incident investigations, risk assessments, corrective actions and lessons learned;
• Prepare SHES reports, dashboards and performance updates for site stakeholders;
• Support SHES planning and monitoring activities during maintenance shutdowns and turnarounds;
• Partner with operational teams to strengthen safe work practices and system compliance;
• Contribute to continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement and site community initiatives.

What you will bring

• Relevant qualifications in SHES, engineering or risk management, or equivalent practical experience;
• Experience across safety, environment, quality, risk, compliance, operations or industrial systems;
• Confidence working collaboratively with operational teams in an industrial environment;
• Strong systems capability, including data analysis, reporting and presentation preparation;
• A proactive and adaptable mindset, with the ability to learn technical concepts and apply them practically.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.