Location: Coolgardie

Employee Class: Salaried

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

Focus Minerals (ASX: FML) is a dynamic Australian gold producer with several operations in Western Australia’s most prolific gold region—Coolgardie. We're committed to unlocking the full potential of our projects using modern mining methods and a focus on sustainability, safety, and operational excellence.

We also have a pipline of new projects which are at various stages of progression from Scoping through to Feasibility study level, Permitting and Construction. 

At Focus Minerals, we offer an opportunity to be part of a growth-focused team that values innovation, collaboration, and results.

About the role: 

We are looking for an experienced Work Health and Safety Advisor to provide advice, technical expertise, and support for Focus Minerals operations on all WHS issues by implementing systems and maintaining procedures and processes that support the Focus WHS Strategic Plan.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Ensure that WHS accountabilities and commitments are understood by employees and contractors.
• Review WHS documentation such as principal mining hazard management plans / procedures / risk assessments.
• Maintenance of a WHS system that meets the organizational requirements and is positively received and utilized by FML Management and employees .
• Providing WHS service and support to all areas of the business based at CGO.
• Ensure Hazards are identified, and the associated risks are assessed and effectively managed.
• Conduct risk reviews based on external information (bulletins from regulators etc).
• Assisting the Emergency Response Team.
• Incident review and leading of significant Investigations (ICAM).
• Conduct internal LGIRS HIF audits and contractor management audits to assess compliance and drive improvement.
• Support critical control verification and assurance programs.
• Support the maintenance of operational risk registers and oversee corrective actions, regularly reviewing the effectiveness of controls.
• Maintaining alcohol and drug testing procedures and processes and fatigue management programs.
• Initial injury and illness management procedures.
• Site access, induction and contractor management.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience: 

• Diploma qualification in Work Health and Safety or related field.

• Minimum 5 years working in Mining, Oil and Gas, or Construction industries.

• Medical/ Emergency response qualifications are desirable. 
• Training in Underground Search and Rescue (including BG4 training) is desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant WHS legal and other requirements (Federal and state).
• Demonstrated ability to provide direction in the WHS field.
• The ability to work at both tactical and operational levels.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and can consistently demonstrate strong interpersonal skills along with the ability to influence and/or persuade others.
• Ability to influence without authority.

To be eligible for consideration all applicants must hold appropriate work rights to work in Australia and be willing to undertake the necessary pre-employment checks which will include a medical and a National Police Check.

What We Offer:

Join a team that values your contribution and supports your wellbeing. Our benefits include:

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Salary packaging options to help you make the most of your income.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for professional support.
• Modern accommodation with brand-new camp facilities.
• Virgin Australia Frequent Flyer program benefits.
• A cohesive and supportive team culture where you’ll feel valued.

At Focus Minerals, we value and celebrate the unique perspectives that people of all backgrounds bring to our workplace. We are committed to building an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone feels respected and empowered to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all cultures, communities, and experiences.

Please note: We are not accepting unsolicited CVs or approaches from recruitment agencies for this role.