Occupational Hygienist Officer

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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