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HSE Superintendent

If you’re looking for a career with a company that has a ‘Can Do’ attitude, then look no further than Primero. We’re a team of skilled and determined problem solvers, who back our projects, and each other. We’re energised by our culture, anchored by our values, and driven to deliver for our clients. Join us if you take pride in having a ‘Can Do’ attitude.

About Us

Primero, a subsidiary of NRW Holdings, is a multi-national engineering, procurement, and construction business. Since we were founded in 2011, we’ve grown and diversified, delivering projects in over ten different countries, spanning five continents, from locations in Australia and North America. Our rapid growth is testament to our ability to deliver quality project outcomes, safely and on time. 

Working with us you’ll learn from some of the brightest and smartest minds in the business, while delivering important projects throughout Australia and overseas, giving you the opportunity to gain access to unique experiences across a huge range of sectors, from gold to lithium and new energy. 

Find out what a career at Primero can do for you.

Your Opportunity

Primero is seeking an HSE Superintendent to join our projects team working on a newly awarded project. This is a long-term project on a 2:1 roster.

In this role, you will provide HSE guidance to the Project Management team, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and supporting health and safety initiatives. You will assist site supervision and workers with daily HSE matters and incident investigations while playing a key role in implementing the Health & Safety Management Plan, Environmental Management Plan, and Emergency Response Plans. Additionally, you will coach and support HSE advisors and officers, fostering a strong safety culture across the project.

Your Key Responsibilities

* Demonstrate commitment to HSE through leadership and participation in HSE initiatives on site and throughout the company.

* Drive the implementation of Primero HSE procedures and legislative requirements on site in accordance with the Primero project specific HSE Management Plan.

* Amend and update project specific HSE plans as required.

* Supply Corporate HSE policies, procedures, and legal information to the site teams.

* Monitor project HSE performance through monthly reporting on HSE targets, objectives and KPI’s. 

* Assist with scheduled Audits and Assurance Inspections on site and report any breaches, issue noncompliance’s, recommend corrective actions and follow-up to ensure timely closeout.

* Conduct the monthly review of the project risk assessments with Project Management team.

* Coach and mentor HSE Advisors and Officers in incident investigations.

* Develop HSE training so that all employees are aware of their HSE obligations - site inductions.

* Lead incident investigations (5 Whys, and ICAM reports) and follow-up to ensure all corrective actions are implemented and incidents are closed out in a timely manner.

* Monitoring client / site specific HSE requirements including actions raised by the client.

* Establish and monitor HSE registers.

* Monitor and review employees Health Management Plans.

* Liaise with the Primero Health Specialist in regard to injured or ill employees in their fitness for duty and return to work plans.

* Monitor and analyse HSE performance data to identify trends and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

* Support emergency response planning and ensure all personnel are trained in emergency procedures.

* Stay updated with WHS legislative changes and industry best practices.

* Maintain productive and positive relationships with clients, the project team, senior management, and other key stakeholders.

* Demonstrate on a daily basis personal behaviour that uphold Primero Values.

* Show persistence with improvement ideas, including building team member buy-in to ideas.

* Relay information regarding HSE to the HSE manager

What You ‘Can Do’

* Diploma in Work, Health, and Safety.

* Remote site experience in similar roles.

* Minimum of 10 years’ experience within construction or mining industry.

* ICAM, Taproot investigation.

* Current First Aid Certificate. 

* Ability to work under pressure in a deadline driven environment.

* Strong people skills and can communicate effectively with both the client and fellow employees.

* Have a keen eye for detail and are well structured and organised.

* Computer literate and appreciation of up to date and accurate record keeping.

* You have strong organisational skills with the ability to manage own time and prioritise a demanding workload.

* Previous experience in FIFO work.

* National Police Clearance required

* Demonstrate the Right to Work in Australia

* Must be able to pass a Pre-Employment Medical & Drug and Alcohol Screen

What we ‘Can Do’ for you:

* Competitive Compensation

* Career Opportunities 

* Paid Parental Leave

* Health and Wellbeing Support

* Benefits & Discounts

* Employee Referral Rewards

If you're looking for a career where you experience more 'Can Do', then we're the team for you.

Find out what a Primero career Can Do for you.

APPLY NOW

If you believe you have what it takes and want to work for a company who put its people first, please apply now.

Primero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.

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