Health & Safety Coordinator

We are seeking experienced Health & Injury Management Coordinators and Health & Safety Coordinators to support operations at a large open cut mining operation in the Hunter Valley, NSW.

These roles sit within the Health, Safety & Training team and will suit professionals who enjoy working closely with operational teams to support workplace safety, injury management, and workforce wellbeing within a fast-paced mining environment.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a background in Allied Health, injury management, rehabilitation, or workplace health and safety who are passionate about improving safety performance and supporting a proactive safety culture on site.

What you’ll do:

  • Coordinate injury management and return-to-work programs, supporting early intervention and rehabilitation
  • Develop and deliver workforce health and wellbeing programs, including physical and mental health initiatives
  • Support managers and supervisors with health, safety, and compliance systems
  • Conduct site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to maintain a strong safety culture
  • Assist with incident investigations, safety reporting, and program development
  • Review pre-employment medicals and periodic health assessments
  • Support emergency response planning and participate in safety committees
  • Facilitate contractor forums and engage with internal and external stakeholders
  • Promote safety culture through coaching, training, and workforce engagement

What we’re looking for:

  • Experience in workplace health and safety, injury management, rehabilitation, or occupational health
  • Qualifications in a relevant discipline such as Work Health & Safety, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Occupational Therapy, or similar
  • Minimum Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety or relevant Allied Health qualification
  • Return to Work Coordinator Accreditation (SIRA) or the ability to obtain
  • Strong understanding of WHS legislation and regulatory requirements
  • Experience supporting workers compensation and return-to-work processes
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across all levels of the workforce
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment and manage competing priorities

Highly regarded:

  • Experience in mining, resources, heavy industry, or high-risk environments
  • Qualifications in Safety Auditing, Occupational Hygiene, or Safety Science
  • Drug and Alcohol Testing Accreditation

How to apply:

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For a confidential discussion, please contact Josh on 0419 140 077. 

At Alchemy, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from women and Indigenous people.