Health Specialist

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE 

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT GEMCO

Located on the tropical Groote Eylandt in the Northern Territory, GEMCO is an open-cut mine that is accountable for over 20% of the world’s manganese ore production. Groote Eylandt is home to the Anindilyakwa people, who are the traditional owners of the land and have been working alongside GEMCO since 1963

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave
• Options for additional superannuation contributions 
• Excellent facilities including gym, beachside workout area, swimming pool, golf course, tennis and squash courts, sports oval, and scenic walking tracks

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This role is a Permanent position on a 7:7 roster, FIFO from Darwin or Cairns.  

As the Health Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring the South32 GEMCO Health and Safety Management System protects employees by providing medical care and managing injury activities.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to: 

• Provide medical care, manage injury activities & support health programs.
• Review and advise on pre-employment and contractor medicals
• Daily ongoing Health surveillance (audio, spirometry)
• Conduct periodic medicals and drug and alcohol testing

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• Experience in mine/remote site healthcare and clinical facilities management
• Occupational Health experience
• Proficient in clinical assessment and acute injury management
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with stakeholders.
• Knowledgeable on Return to Work
• Able to work effectively independently or in a team environment

Qualifications for this position are: 

• Degree in Nursing or Paramedicine
• Certificate Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing
• Current and valid Australian drivers’ license

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This job advert will close on Thursday 10th October 2024.