Paradigm Safety Consulting

Paradigm Safety Consulting is a proudly WA-owned and operated WHS consultancy, backed by directors and consultants with extensive hands-on industry experience. We go beyond offering generic or transactional services—we partner with our clients as an extension of their team.

Our directors bring over 20 years of practical experience in diverse HSE roles across high-risk industries. This wealth of knowledge, combined with the expertise of our entire team, enables us to deliver tailored advice and solutions that meet the unique needs of each client.

At Paradigm, we’re not just consultants—we have firsthand experience working on both the contractor and client sides. This dual perspective gives us a significant advantage over our competitors and allows us to offer unparalleled support and guidance.

Why choose Paradigm?

We work alongside leading organisations across high-risk industries, embedding experienced safety professionals into operations to deliver practical, real-world outcomes. With a strong reputation, genuine leadership, and a people-first approach, we create opportunities where you can thrive, develop, and make a real impact.

Job Title: HSE Advisor/Safety Trainer - Underground Mining

Location: FIFO - Various locations across Western Australia and Australia Wide

Roster: Various rosters including but not limited to 8/6 and 2/1

Industries: Underground Mining

About You

You understand that effective safety is built through relationships, trust and practical solutions on site. With experience in underground mining, you know the environment and how to earn credibility with crews. You’re approachable, grounded and confident working with people at all levels, from frontline teams to site leadership.

You enjoy a hands-on role that combines safety support, training delivery and coaching. Proactive and focused on outcomes, you’re motivated by making a genuine difference and helping people get home safely every day.





You will bring

- Experience in underground mining operations (essential).
- A background in safety, training or a combined HSE role.
- Strong engagement, coaching and influencing skills.
- A sound understanding of WHS legislation and mining safety practices.
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (highly regarded).
- Strong organisational skills, including managing training records and compliance requirements.
- A practical approach to problem-solving and a commitment to continuous improvement.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Underground HSE Advisors and/or Safety Trainers to join underground mining operations across Australia. These FIFO positions offer structured rosters, combining rewarding site work with quality time at home.

Reporting to the site leadership team, you will deliver high-quality WHS training and hands-on safety support across underground operations, supporting compliance while actively influencing safe behaviours across the workforce. You’ll work closely with supervisors, operational teams and leadership to make safety practical, relevant and effective.

Your role will focus on strengthening safety culture, simplifying and embedding safety systems, building workforce capability and driving continuous improvement. Through training, coaching and practical guidance, you’ll encourage genuine ownership of safety on site. These opportunities suit experienced safety professionals who understand the underground environment and want to contribute to operations where safety, people and performance come first.





Key Responsibilities:

- Implement, monitor and embed practical HSE management systems into day-to-day underground operations.
- Deliver and coordinate underground safety training, inductions and refresher programs, including onboarding new starters and contractors.
- Conduct underground workplace inspections, audits, hazard identification and risk assessments.
- Lead or support incident investigations, reporting and corrective actions, with a focus on learning and continuous improvement.
- Coach and mentor frontline personnel, supervisors and operational teams in protected work practices and hazard awareness.
- Ensure alignment with relevant WHS legislation, statutory requirements, site standards and training frameworks.
- Prepare and present HSE reports, statistics and performance data to site leadership.
- Maintain accurate training records and compliance systems.
- Partner with site leaders and operational teams to strengthen safety culture, build capability and improve safety performance.
- Contribute to emergency preparedness and response capability.
- Engage with regulatory bodies and manage relevant statutory obligations.
- Develop and continuously improve safety training materials and procedures.

Mandatory Requirements:

✅ Previous underground mining experience — minimum 2 years essential

✅ Cert IV in Work Health & Safety (minimum); Diploma or Degree highly regarded

✅ Demonstrated experience in an HSE Advisor role within the resources sector

✅ Strong knowledge of WHS legislation and mining regulations

✅ Proven ability to conduct thorough incident investigations (ICAM or equivalent)

✅ Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

✅ Valid driver’s licence & White Card

✅ Australian Citizenship/VISA

Highly Regarded Requirements:

✅ Cert IV in Training & Assessing

✅ First Aid & CPR current

📌 HSE Advisor/Safety Trainer - Underground Mining (Western Australia)
🏢 Paradigm Safety Consulting
📍 Western Australia