Austral Resources is a Queensland-based copper company building Australia's next mid-tier copper powerhouse in Northwest Queensland. Focused on unlocking the full potential of the region's world-class copper deposits, we have a portfolio that includes operating mines, development opportunities and extensive exploration ground. As our business continues to grow, so do the opportunities for our people.
We are looking for people who enjoy getting involved and making a genuine contribution to the success of the business. At Austral, you'll be part of a close-knit team where ideas are welcomed, effort is recognised and individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact. If you are looking for a role where you can help shape what comes next, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
The Rocklands Copper Project (Rocklands Copper Mine & Processing Plant), located 17 km west of Cloncurry in Northwest Queensland, is a premier copper asset within a Tier-1 mining jurisdiction. Currently transitioning from care and maintenance, the project is on track for a strategic restart in mid-to-late ****.
Reporting to the
SSE/General Manager
, we are seeking an experienced and versatile
Health & Safety Superintendent
to join our site Rocklands team. This is a pivotal opportunity to provide visible leadership, influence safety culture, and ensure our processes support safe, sustainable, and high-performing operations as we target our site restart. You will work closely with site leadership to ensure consistent safety standards, effective risk management and strong compliance outcomes.




What You'll Do
Proven senior leadership experience in health and safety within heavy industrial, mining, or bulk materials handling operations preferred
Strong capability in leading and developing multidisciplinary teams, shaping safety culture, and driving performance improvement
Knowledge of health and safety management systems, critical risk management, incident investigation, risk assessment, permit systems, auditing, and compliance
Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills at all levels, including senior leaders, frontline teams, contractors, and external parties
Analytical mindset with experience using data, root cause analysis, and structured problem-solving tools to drive improvements
Relevant safety qualifications in Occupational Health and Safety or equivalent, plus demonstrated contemporary best-practice knowledge
A collaborative, authentic leadership style grounded in accountability, visibility, and continuous improvement.
Identify workplace hazards and run safety improvement programs.
Ensure workplace health and safety systems and compliance with legal regulations are followed
What We Are Looking For
Ability to work in a physical,



hands-on processing environment.
Willingness to learn and follow site procedures.
Previous experience in a Safety Superintendent or senior HSE role
Strong incident investigation and auditing capability
Confident leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
A proven track record of designing and rolling out brand new site wide safety processes
Highly regarded but not essential:
Formal statutory safety certificates required by local mining or energy regulators.
Demonstrable success managing safety cultures in remote, Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO) environments where fatigue and mental health management are prominent risks.
If you don't tick every single box or have all the qualifications listed above but are genuinely excited by this opportunity and have the right attitude, we still encourage you to apply! We value versatility and team fit just as much as tickets.
What's on Offer
Flexible Travel Options: Choose between
FIFO from Townsville or Cairns
,
DIDO
, or
Residential living in Cloncurry
.
Residential Incentive: For those living locally or looking to relocate to Cloncurry.
Great Balance: An exceptional
8/6 roster
for FIFO/DIDO workers offering half the year off, or an attractive local arrangement for residential staff.
Stability & Growth: Secure, full time employment with an exciting project moving toward a major operational restart.
Camp Accommodation: High quality camp meals and accommodation provided.
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