Workplace Type: Onsite
At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.
Newmont Tanami is on Aboriginal freehold land 540km northwest of Alice Springs. It is a long-life, low-cost, world-class asset in a core Newmont region. The Tanami Expansion 2 project, aims to extend the mine life beyond 2040, investing in a hoisting shaft which will increase the production of the underground mine from 2.6 Mtpa to 3.2 Mtpa. Both the successful exploration within the underground operation and implementation of the first Tanami Expansion has laid the foundation to further develop the operation to remain a major contributor to the Newmont portfolio.
We are committed to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment for all our employees. Our Safety & Sustainability department plays a crucial role in maintaining high standards of health and safety across our operations.
Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.
The Benefits
Working an 8:6 roster, you can FIFO from Darwin, Alice Springs, Perth or Brisbane and reside in our fully equipped accommodation village.
On offer is an industry competitive remuneration package including annual performance incentives, FIFO allowance, Health & Wellbeing Allowance and other employee benefits and development opportunities offered by a global organisation.
The Opportunity:
As an Occupational Hygiene Technician (referred to internally as Officer - Industrial Hygiene), you will manage on site testing for occupational hazards, conduct routine inspections, and support the implementation of occupational hygiene programs to ensure compliance and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and execute on site testing for dust, noise, potable water and other occupational hazards, ensuring accurate data collection and adherence to testing protocols.Maintain a serviceable and compliant fleet of monitoring equipment in accordance with required standards.Maintain accurate records and reports utilising data management systems such as Cority and ChemAlertConduct fit testing for respiratory and hearing protection Assist in the implementation of industrial hygiene programs by monitoring workplace conditions and reporting findings to the Team Lead.Conduct routine inspections and audits of work areas to identify potential health hazards and provide corrective actions.
Qualifications & Skills:
The following qualifications and memberships will be highly regarded but not essential:
Other capabilities:
Mine air quality and/or respirable dust monitoring qualifications or ability to obtainNoise Officer qualifications or ability to obtainExposure to working in a heavy industrial/mining environment Awareness of industry standards and legislation applicable to the roleExcellent data entry and report writing skills with a high attention to detailProficient use of MS Office softwareCurrent Australian drivers licenceEffective communication and influencing skillsAbility to work collaboratively with a diverse range of people across disciplines
If you are passionate about occupational hygiene and have the qualifications and skills required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and make a difference!
Applications close on 25 March 2025.
We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!
Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that allows every person to thrive, participate, grow, and proudly play an active role in achieving our strategy.
Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, placing and promoting the best individual for each position without regard to personal characteristics such as gender, race, nationality, ethnicity, social and indigenous origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, etc.
We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly First Nations persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges First Nations People and respects their enduring connection to Country from which their culture, spirituality, and identity flow.
More About Newmont
Website: http://www.newmont.comLifecycle of a Mine: https://www.newmont.com/lifecycle-of-a-mine/Blog: https://www.newmont.com/blog-stories/Annual sustainability report: https://www.newmont.com/sustainability/sustainability-reporting/
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