Health and Safety Officer
We are currently seeking a Health and Safety Officer to join our Weipa team.
Summary about this job
Health, Safety & Environment
Company: Northern Haulage & Diesel Services
Location: Cairns & Far North
Work type: Contract/Temp
Salary: n\a
Phone: +61-2-1369-5141
Fax: +61-3-3210-6608
E-mail: n\a
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Detail information about job Health and Safety Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy
About NHDS: Northern Haulage and Diesel Services is an Australian owned and operated company which has been in operation for 9 Years.
We are currently seeking a Health and Safety Officer to join our Weipa team.
Reporting relationship:
The Health and Safety officer is accountable to Manager – Shared Services and will be expected to liaise with clients and the workforce on all aspects of Safety.
Role/Duties include but not limited to:
The Health and Safety Officer may perform the following tasks:
• Promote occupational health and safety within the organisation and develop safer and healthier ways of working at NHDS
• Management and monitoring of random Drug & Alcohol testing at NHDS
• Inspect machinery and equipment, such as lifting devices, machine shields and scaffolding, to make sure they meet safety regulations
• Work with engineers and other professionals to ensure the safety of NHDS worksites
• Make sure that personal protective equipment, such as dust masks, safety glasses, footwear and safety helmets, is being used in workplaces according to regulations
• Make sure that dangerous materials are correctly stored
• Identify and test work areas for potential accident and health hazards, such as toxic fumes and explosive gas-air mixtures, and implement appropriate control measures
• Make sure that the organisation is aware of, and complies with, all legislation relating to its workplace activities and the use of its plant, equipment and substances
• Help supervise the investigation of accidents and unsafe working conditions, study possible causes and recommend remedial action
• Conduct training sessions for management, supervisors and workers on health and safety practices and legislation
• Assist with the rehabilitation of workers after accidents or injuries and make sure they experience a satisfactory return to work
• Coordinate emergency procedures, mine rescues, firefighting and first aid crews
• Communicate frequently with management to report on the status of the occupational health and safety program
• Develop occupational health and safety systems, including policies, procedures and manuals.
• Additional Administration duties as required
Applicants with relevant experience and qualifications will be contacted.