Posted: 23 Oct 2009
Location: Australia
CSG:
Iron Ore
Site:
Port Hedland
Business / Project:
Port Hedland - Port - HSE
Job type:
Full Time - Fixed Term
Location:
AU - Western Australia
BHP Billiton Iron Ore’s mining operations in the spectacular Pilbara region of WA are one of the largest in the world, shipping more than 120Mtpa of iron ore. Our railways, consisting of more than 800km of track, connect our mines in the Pilbara with our shipping facilities in Port Hedland. The heavy haulage rail system, the heaviest in the world, with more than 100 locomotives and around 4,500 carriages, uses state of the art technology across all facets of the operation.
Position Synopsis
We are now seeking a highly motivated and goal-orientated Safety Advisor for our Port Operations. This stimulating role will suit a proactive individual who is able to provide professional safety services and advice throughout the business. You will exhibit the drive and dedication required to lead and successfully implement change throughout the business.
Key duties will include:
* Providing specialist safety advice, assistance and support to the line managers and supervisors to enable the implementation of leading safety practices;
* Leading initiatives to promote visible and pro-active management commitment and employee involvement in HSE activities, including on going development of behavioural-based safety programs;
* Assisting in the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of the Safety Management System in line with industry best practices;
* Managing safety matters to ensure the timely achievement of HSE plans and objectives;
* Participating in periodic HSE audits and inspections, formal incident reviews;
* Ensuring HSE performance data is effectively collected, stored, analysed, tracked and reported according to internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
Skills and Experience
The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to coach employees and management throughout the business. A strong customer-service focus, coupled with advanced negotiation skills will assist the successful individual to carry out this role effectively.
A professional qualification in Occupational Health and Safety or supervisory experience within Western Australia Iron Ore implementing safe systems of work is critical for success. The successful candidate will express a desire to contribute to the development of peers and other employees in the adoption of best practice within the business.
Location
This is a residential 12 month fixed contract role, based in Port Hedland in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Located on the coast, Port Hedland is the largest regional centre in the North West, close to Broome, Karratha and Karijini National Park. The 15,000-strong population enjoys well-established education service, entertainment, sporting, shopping and medical facilities, and a strong sense of community.
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