At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”. Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results. Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Support the Health and Safety Superintendent, in the effective management of all RNO employees, contractors, and visitors' health and well-being. Be responsible for supporting a dynamic mining operation by consulting with key stakeholders on the development, implementation, and improvement of the Health and Safety programs and systems.

We offer an opportunity to be involved in a complex processing plant with a variety of state-of-the-art equipment and technology. First Quantum Minerals is a global company where overseas opportunities may become available.

• 8:6 Roster
• Competitive salaries
• Highly supported role working in a great team

Your role will coach and mentor personnel in safety excellence whilst ensuring risk management processes are in place for the monitoring and reduction of health and safety risks. Specific focus on the following:

• Actively encourage and support the FQM ethos of Bolder, Smarter, Driven, Together
• Strive for the continuous improvement of our Health and Safety tools, processes, and strategies by identifying opportunities and assisting line management in implementation
• Support the Health and Safety Superintendent in the management of incident notification and internal reporting
• Facilitate and assist the incident investigation process to help ensure investigation reports and findings are delivered within specified timeframes
• InControl event maintenance and InControl administration
• Participate in pre-start and toolbox meetings
• Facilitate Safety Committee meetings
• Collect, analyze and present KPIs, data, and statistics for both safe work and safety events to inform a targeted approach to safety improvements
• Undertake audits to verify compliance
• Manage key project initiatives as directed by the Health and Safety Superintendent
• Inform H&S Superintendent of situations that require management input or awareness, seek feedback and ensure that it is communicated to the person of origin
• Provide safety leadership, advice, and support to all levels at RNO to ensure that they understand and manage their health and safety risks and responsibilities

Essential:

• Tertiary qualifications in Work Health & Safety
• Extensive experience and knowledge of relevant WHS legislation, standards, and codes of practice
• Extensive experience and knowledge of root cause analysis and reporting techniques
• Extensive experience within a mining and processing plant environment
• Experience with Health and Hygiene Monitoring
• Strong communication skills (written and spoken)

Preferable:

• Experience with INX products, especially InControl (System Administrator would be highly regarded)
• Experience with DMIRS SRS database
• Ability to positively influence people
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Advanced computer skills
• Proven track record in running effective Safety operations
• Driven and motivated with demonstrated efforts at self-development
• Strong work ethic, high level of enthusiasm and autonomy, and the ability to excel in a flexible, fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships internally as well as externally
• Excellent skills in managing time, setting priorities, planning, communication, and organizing along with the ability to positively influence improved Health and Safety

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