Aurelia Metals Limited is an ASX-listed, Australian-owned gold and base metals company based in NSW. We operate the Peak and Federation underground mines and are progressing the Great Cobar Project, a high-grade copper development near Peak.

We are proud to be a WORK180 endorsed employer, with inclusion, safety, and our Values at the heart of everything we do. With one of the most prospective land positions in the Cobar Basin, we are unlocking value through discovery, development, and growth.

The Great Cobar Project, with an eight-year mine plan and strong exploration upside, will drive the next generation of growth at Aurelia and create diverse career pathways for those wanting to be part of a high-performance, forward-thinking culture.

About the role

Reporting to the HSEC Manager, you will lead the site's health and safety function, ensuring effective risk management, legislative compliance and continuous improvement of safety systems and practices. You will provide leadership and mentoring to the Health & Safety team, building capability, supporting career development and fostering a culture of accountability, care and continuous learning.

Working closely with site leaders and operational teams, you will partner with the business to strengthen safety performance, support effective risk management and maintain a safe, healthy and high-performing workplace.

Roster

8/6, 12 hours per day (Dayshift only)

Travel options

DIDO if you live within an 800km radius of the Mine site which includes a travel allowance

FIFO from Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne

Key responsibilities

Lead, coach and develop the Health & Safety team

Partner with leaders and contractors to strengthen safety outcomes

Foster a positive, inclusive and proactive safety culture

Provide trusted health and safety advice across the operation

Support risk management and critical control effectiveness

Lead incident investigations and learning reviews

Champion workforce wellbeing and engagement initiatives

Drive continuous improvement across health and safety systems





Qualifications and experience

Relevant health and safety qualifications or studies

Experience leading health & safety team within a mining environment

Experience partnering with operational leaders and contracting workforces

Strong knowledge of WHS legislation, risk management and safety systems

Experience leading incident investigations and implementing corrective actions

ICAM Lead Investigator and/or Lead Auditor qualifications

Emergency response or emergency management experience

Ability to coach, mentor and influence people at all levels

Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills

At Aurelia Metals, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We reward hard work, support growth, prioritise wellbeing, and foster a culture where everyone belongs, because when you thrive, we thrive.

What we offer

Reward & Recognition

Competitive pay, incentives, share plans and recognition programs

Lifestyle Balance

Family-friendly rosters, 18 weeks paid parental leave, health perks, counselling and flexible work options

Purpose & Community

Values-driven culture, WORK180 Employer of Choice, relocation support and local benefits

Development & Progression

Training and development, apprenticeships, graduate programs and clear career pathways

Our recruitment process

We are committed to a fair, accessible, and transparent process, using structured interviews and work-ready checks. If you require support or adjustments, please let us know during initial screen.

What to expect

Application review – we assess applications as they are received

Initial screen – a short call with our HR team

Structured interview – with a technical leader and HR representative

Work-ready checks – may include police clearance, pre-employment medical, references and/or skills testing

Offer – a formal offer made to the successful candidate

We actively promote a culture where everyone feels safe, included and respected. We welcome differences of thought and people from all backgrounds as we strive to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

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