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

D egree 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, eva luate, 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 ex perience 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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