Safety Specialist

Whitehaven is proud to be the leading Australian ASX-listed producer of premium-quality coal.
We operate two mines in Queensland's Bowen Basin - Blackwater and Daunia and a further four mines in NSW.

Whitehaven's Core Values are best summarised by our STRIVE values which connect us and define how we behave at work and in our lives.
Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.

We are seeking an experienced Safety Specialist (Process). The Safety Specialist will support risk management, event classification, auditing and coaching the site’s operational entities regarding risk assessment, control and event management.

What You’ll Do

• Engage in the development and implementation of risk, health and wellbeing promotional strategies including facilitating prevention/control activities and/or programs.
• Work closely with our CHPP (Coal Handling and Processing Plant)
• Monitor and report on all S&H performance data, with a focus on automation of reports / dashboards for efficient communication of key information to the frontline.
• Support operational areas on the appropriate use of measures, metrics, and analytical tools to enhance safety reporting, incident investigation and incident management.
• Develop, monitor and distribute reports on key safety and health measures (e.g., safety interactions, corrective and preventative action, etc) from the site access system.
• Support and monitor training in the use of the safety and health reporting system (WHC360)
• Monitor and support site leaders in systems use, data reporting and event classification
• Perform duties as a site administrator / key contact for the WHC360 system.

What You’ll Bring

• Formal qualification in Safety (Diploma/ Bachelors / Honours degree or equivalent)
• At least 2 years’ experience in safety, preferably in a mining environment, preferably with experience in CHPP or knowledge of this area.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting and systems (Isometrix) with a focus on automation of reports/dashboards
• ICAM/Investigation facilitation support
• Sound knowledge and application of Safety & Health practices.
• Knowledge of safety policies, procedures and the important role of consistently demonstrating required behaviours and championing safety values
  

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• Generous Remuneration and Benefits
• Strong Safety focus
• Career growth and Support for your Career aspirations
• 26 wks. Paid Parental Leave
• Employee referral program.
• Awards and recognition through our STRIVE initiative
• Salary Sacrifice Opportunities

Whitehaven We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience. We are committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace.

To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.

Reward. Opportunity. Recognition. Great Place to Work.