Australia, Brisbane
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 2-4 Years
Education Level: Academic Bachelor
Mining
Closing: 12 April 2025

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Introduction

Brunel are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Safety Advisor to join a dedicated team, working in a dynamic and safety-driven environment. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact, drive best practices, and contribute to a strong safety culture on site.

This is a great chance to be part of a forward-thinking, safety-first team working on a major mining project with a company that values its people. If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference and have great work life balance, this it it.

What are you going to do 

As a Safety Advisor, you will be at the forefront of safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with legislation and fostering a proactive, high-performance safety culture. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include but not limited to:

  • Safety Leadership & Compliance - Provide expert safety advice to the workforce, ensuring all activities align with the Coal Mining Safety and Health Act, Regulations, and site policies.
  • Risk Management - Conduct detailed risk assessments, safety audits, and hazard identification to prevent incidents before they happen.
  • Incident Investigation & Reporting - Lead investigations into safety incidents, identify root causes, and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Training & Coaching - Deliver safety training, toolbox talks, and mentoring to employees and supervisors to enhance safety awareness.
  • Emergency Preparedness - Ensure the site is well-prepared for emergency situations, conducting drills and response training as needed.
  • Stakeholder Engagement - Work closely with supervisors, management, and frontline workers to reinforce a safety-first mindset and ensure policies are effectively implemented.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Experience - A strong background in a Safety Advisor, Safety Officer, or HSE role within an operational coal mining environment (open-cut experience preferred).
  • Technical Knowledge - A deep understanding of mining safety regulations, risk management principles, and incident investigation processes.
  • Qualifications - Certificate IV or Diploma in Work Health & Safety (or equivalent). S123, G2, and ICAM qualifications are highly regarded.
  • Communication & Leadership - The ability to influence, coach, and engage with workers at all levels to drive a positive safety culture.
  • Problem-Solving Skills - A proactive mindset, capable of identifying risks and implementing practical solutions.

What we offer 

  • Competitive salary with excellent benefits
  • FIFO from Brisbane - Hassle-free travel with flights provided
  • 7/7 Roster - Work-life balance with an even time swing
  • Long-Term Project - Stability with a reputable mining contractor
  • Career Development - Opportunities for progression & training

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Ryan on 0458940185 or at r.connolly@brunel.net

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days. 
 

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview. 

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

Do you have questions?

RC

Ryan Connolly

+61 7 3007 7607

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