Occupational Hygiene Specialist

An opportunity exists for an experienced Occupational Hygienist to join the team at our Dawson Mine on a full-time permanent basis. With your diverse capability in communicating with a range of stakeholders and high level of planning and problem solving, you will add value through your commitment to Health & Safety. You will provide technical advice and support to proactively manage all site-based occupational hygiene risks and opportunities.

Your responsibilities will include the following, not limited to:

• Ensure compliance to the operation’s annual monitoring program for hygiene hazards.
• Identify at-risk exposure groups and develop exposure reduction plan/s.
• Identify, evaluate and control potential or actual occupation hygiene risks.
• Fulfil the role of the Operation’s Hazardous Chemical Coordinator.
• Provision of technical advice, support and guidance to Operation as it relates to occupational hygiene discipline.
• Support the overall delivery of safety and health strategy at Operation.
• Manage the Operations third-party occupational hygiene service provider/s to deliver services relating to occupational hygiene discipline.
• Implement a site wide Occupational Hygiene training and awareness program.
• Maintain the site respiratory protection program.
• Develop and maintain up to date safety and health management system documents relating to occupational hygiene.
• Liaise closely with Operations to support in matters relating to occupational hygiene, including coaching, as required.

With your extensive professional knowledge and highly developed interpersonal skills you will be able to guide, mentor and influence to ensure that Anglo American is at the forefront of industry performance in Occupational Hygiene.

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Hygiene or a related Environmental / Health Science field (mandatory).
• 3 years’ relevant field experience in a similar role (desirable).
• Contribute to Implementing WHS Monitoring Processes course (BSBWHS419) is desirable.
• Conversant in Recognised Standard 14 & 15.
• Demonstrable knowledge in implementing Occupational hygiene monitoring plan.
• Full membership with the Australian Institute of Occupational Hygiene is desirable.
• Recognised qualifications in Safety & Health Management Systems advantageous (i.e., S1,2,3; G3; G2,).
• A sound knowledge of Queensland legislative requirements as well as Australian Mining & Resources sector experience and membership with AIOH will be highly regarded.

• Permanent, full-time position at Dawson Mine, Moura QLD
• Monday to Friday site role with 9-day fortnight available
• Competitive Salary + 12% Superannuation + Annual Bonus
• Residential, FIFO (company funded) & DIDO options
• Subsidised Anglo accommodation and company funded camp with meals provided
• Relocation assistance available to local area
• Anglo American company benefits

What we Offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package and a range of flexible work arrangements that support the balance of work, family and individual circumstances. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time. 

Who we are

We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity, and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.  As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

Background checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Employee referral

Do you know someone who would fit this role? Employee referrals will be accepted for this job. Refer to your local Referral Guidelines for policy conditions and amounts.    

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

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CLOSING DATE 

30 June 2025

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to closing date – applications may also close before this date.

Recruitment Agencies

Anglo American Steelmaking Coal does not accept unsolicited applications from Recruitment Agencies.

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