Medic

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Medic. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Western Australian ASX listed company
• Permanent opportunity within a growing company
• Unrivaled camp facilities available

The Company
As an ASX 200 and perennial high performing company, Mineral Resources Limited (MRL) is an Australian based leader in the performance and delivery of diversified mining services and minerals processing, underpinned by a growing world-class portfolio of mining operations across multiple commodities including iron ore and lithium.

Ground breaking innovation is at the heart of MRL’s culture and is key to our enduring success. With a 1,600 strong growing workforce, a market capitalisation of $3Bn, revenue for FY17 of $1.46Bn, and a best in industry safety record, MRL will not only continue to provide exciting job prospects, it will also offer you the opportunity to start and finish your career with us.

The Role
To support the onsite safety requirements of our Wodgina site through our current expansion project and beyond, we are seeking asuitably qualified and experienced Medic to join the team on a 9:5 roster.

Reporting to the Senior Safety Advisor, this role will be responsible for the provision of medical services and ensuring the health and well-being of employees, contractors and visitors on site.

With a strong background in Registered Nursing, you will be well-versed in administering first aid services when required, and providing medical advise relating to both work and non-work related injuries and ailments

Your Responsibilities

• Attend to ‘after hours’ medical needs when required
• Ensure personal fitness for work and state of readiness to commence work during a 24 hour period while on site
• At the discretion of the Project Manager and Senior Safety Advisor, attend to emergency call outs to support the medical requirements of contracts, staff and visitors on site
• Ensure all medical equipment and medications are checked and safeguarded on a continuing basis
• Apply medical expertise and experience to administer the most suitable treatment
• Accept assigned authority and responsibility for the final decision regarding treatment, subject to guidance provided by the on-call doctor and any directions provided by the Senior Safety Advisor and Project Manager
• Maintain and foster a working environment which prompts safety in all that we do, whilst also providing outstanding service

But above all else, you will have a passion for your field with a positive, can-do attitude and be willing to roll your sleeves up to get the job done!

Please note that you will be required to provide a current federal police check as part of your application.

Your Experience

• Registered Nurse qualifications
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a remote location, preferably in a mining environment
• Demonstrated experience with emergency response
• Experience in the following areas will be highly beneficial:
  • Emergency care
  • Medical centre care
  • Advanced resuscitation techniques
  • Drug and alcohol testing
  • Primary ambulance care
  • Management of injuries at an incident
  • Hygiene monitoring

The Good Bits

• A workplace that lives and breathes a strong safety culture
• 9:5 roster from Perth
• Be part of a high performing crew
• Diverse and 'hands on' work environment

If you feel that you have the necessary skills and qualifications for this role, apply now for a confidential discussion with our Recruitment Team. Shortlisting will commence immediately.

Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time, unless specifically requested.

Mineral Resources Limited is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applicants who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander to apply.

This role is eligible for the internal MRL employee referral program.