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UON is a Western Australian integrated energy company providing turnkey energy and water solutions to the mining sector and beyond, helping our customers on their decarbonisation journey utilising the technology, skills and real experience of team members across the business.
 
UON’s business centres around the design, manufacturing, supply, construction and maintenance of remote, off-grid power and water infrastructure, with many of the products manufactured in UON’s Malaga facility, based on proprietary and patented designs.

About The Opportunity: 

Note: Only applicants with unrestricted rights to work in Australia will be considered and shortlisted for this position.

The purpose of the WHSE ADVISOR (Site) is to provide advice to workplace (Project) personnel on WHSE compliance, and support to workplace (Project) management. This role will also provide support with the development and maintenance of the WHSE Management Plan/s.

• Provide advice, coaching and support to Project Manager, supervision and general employees in the performance of their specific WHSE responsibilities and duties, including set KPIs as defined within the WHSE Management Plans and system, Client specifications and statutory legislation.
• Contribute to continuously promote the UON Safety Program to develop a culture whereby WHSE is held in the highest regard.
• Intervene where required to stop and prevent at-risk behaviours.
• Conduct VOCs in conjunction with a subject matter expert as required.
• Monitor and keep up to date with statutory legislation for WHSE, including relevant industry standards, codes of practice and guidance notes.
• Coordinate the maintenance of WHSE equipment, including but not limited to emergency response equipment (extinguishers, first aid kits) and calibrated equipment (breathalysers) with records maintained.
• Maintain WHSE specific compliance records, documents and data.
• Provide expert advice in the risk management process referencing WHSE statutory requirements, UON and Client standards, industry practices, and lessons learnt information.

About You: 

• High level of communication, written and interpersonal skills.
• Sound computer literacy skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate and influence others.
• Maintain personal accountability.
• Efficient time management skills.
• Attention to detail.

Requirements: 

• Certificate IV in Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) or equivalent.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in the construction and engineering industry. 
• Strong understanding of mining safety legislation and site rules. 
• Knowledge of contractor HSE obligations and principal contractor requirements. 
• Working experience with mine safety management systems (SMS). 
• Understanding of civil, mechanical and electrical construction hazards. 
• Proven ability and demonstrated experience in behavioural-based WHSE management programs and applications.
• Clear understanding of WHSE legislation.
• Generalist WHSE knowledge, including incident investigation (TapRoot, Icam etc.) and internal auditing capability.

What We Offer:

• Full-time, permanent role.
• FIFO 2:1.
• Referral Bonuses for recommending talented individuals to join the team.
• Corporate Health Cover Plan exclusive to UON employees.
• Ongoing Training and Development programs (internal training).
• Career growth opportunities within a dynamic and growing business.
• A vibrant and active social club.
• Novated lease options available through partnership.

UON is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we strongly support diversity in our workforce. Applicants from diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, are encouraged to apply.

Note: Only applicants with unrestricted rights to work in Australia will be considered for this position.

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