First Quantum
General Role Purpose
- To limit health risks through practical and cost-effective methods, carry out detailed surveys, use specialist equipment to measure hazards and compile reports and data to present to clients
Qualifications
- Degree in in Occupational Health, Safety, Environmental Health or other related field
- Good negotiating skills, tact and diplomacy
Core Specific Responsibilities
- Conduct sampling and preparation for analysis
- Manage and maintain equipment registers
- Investigate Occupational Health and Safety concerns in diverse occupational environments
- Develop, review, update and implement the OHS&E program, including related policies and procedures
- Provide technical support to incident and near miss reporting, investigations and follows-up on recommendations
- Conduct regular inspections and audits
- Implement industrial hygiene program
- Prepare reports based on results, inclusive of remedial actions
- Follow up on IH actions and ensure effective close-out
Expected Deliverables
- Offer advice on health and safety regulations
- Come up with cost-effective solutions to remedy problems (if any)
- Control hazards in the workplace
Behavioural Traits
- Must possess an analytical mind
- Must be safety conscious
- Must have a high standard of hygiene
Operational Requirements
- Anticipate, recognise, evaluate, communicate and control environmental stressors in, or arising from, the work place that may result in injury, illness, impairment, or affect the well-being of workers and members of the community
Knowledge and Experience
The Occupational Hygiene Officer will require knowledge, skills and experience in the following areas:
- A minimum of 4 years’ experience (preferably in the mining industry)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Knowledge of and a thorough understanding of relevant legislation
- Training and experience with incident/accident reporting and investigation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
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