Job Description

SAFETY MANAGER | FIFO PNG | UNDERGROUND MINING

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An outstanding opportunity is available for an experienced Safety Manager to join a major underground mining operation in Papua New Guinea on a FIFO rotational roster. This role will suit a proven mining safety leader who thrives in complex operational environments and has solid experience across underground mining, high-risk activities, contractor management, and emergency response.

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The Opportunity:

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Reporting directly into senior operational leadership, you will take full ownership of site-wide Health, Safety & Emergency Management systems across underground mining, processing operations, logistics corridors, camp infrastructure, and associated operational activities. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong field presence, operational engagement, and the ability to drive a proactive 'Zero Harm' culture across a remote mining workplace.

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Key Responsibilities:

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Lead and embed a solid site-wide safety culture
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Oversee all HSE systems, compliance, and governance
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Drive hazard identification, risk assessments, and critical control management
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Lead incident investigations using ICAM or equivalent methodologies
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Manage emergency response preparedness and crisis management systems
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Conduct site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews
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Mentor operational leaders and supervisors on safety accountability
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Oversee contractor HSE performance and compliance
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Deliver executive-level HSE reporting and performance metrics
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The Ideal Candidate:

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Degree or Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Mining Engineering, or related discipline
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Minimum 10+ years' experience within mining safety leadership roles
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Proven underground mining experience is essential
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Strong understanding of mining legislation, risk management, and safety systems
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ICAM Investigation Certification highly regarded
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ISO 45001 Lead Auditor qualification advantageous
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Strong leadership capability across multicultural and remote operational environments
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Experience managing safety within high-risk mining operations
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This opportunity offers the chance to play a key leadership role within a growing mining operation while gaining exposure to a technically challenging and highly dynamic environment.
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