Risk and Assurance Manager - Health, Safety, Training & Environment
13/05/2025
13/06/2025
Permanent Full Time
Townsville
Management
About us
Located 15km from the Townsville CBD, Sun Metals is one of the most technologically advanced zinc refineries in the world, producing Special High Grade Zinc metal, Zinc Alloy metal and by-products of Sulfuric Acid, Copper, Cadmium, and Zinc Ferrite. Our process involves Roasting, Leaching, Purification, Electrolysis and Casting with sales to both domestic and international markets.
Our mission is to become the best zinc refinery in the world. This means that we are (1) the safest; (2) the most environmentally responsible; and (3) the most competitive zinc refinery in the world.
We are the first refinery in the world to join RE100 - an initiative bringing together the world's most influential businesses committed to 100% renewable electricity by 2050. Having built the largest (125MWac) integrated industrial use solar plant in Australia and, in conjunction with sister company Ark Energy Corporation, now building the SunHQ Hydrogen Hub, we are well on track.
As a Licenced Major Hazard Facility, Sun Metals is committed to increasing our understanding and ownership of identifying, understanding and controlling potential risks, through effective systems, education and communication.
Job Description
About the role
Reporting to the Risk and Assurance Director, you will use your experience to provide leadership and advice on policy, systems and practices, implement strategies and initiatives to meet commercial, legal and social demands across the areas of Health and Safety, Training, Compliance and Environment.
You will develop and maintain a proactive working relationship with Departments to ensure a consistent application of risk management strategies and promote a strong health and safety culture. You will ensure training and education programs are developed and delivered to meet legislative and organisational needs, as well as playing an active role in the maintenance and implementation of the integrated management system.
You will be accountable for maintaining and implementing Sun Metals’ Major Hazard Facility Safety Case.
To support the business, this is a full time position, working Monday to Friday on site. You may need to provide additional support out of hours when the need arises.
Desired Skills and Experience
About you
You will be tertiary qualified in a relevant field such as health and safety, engineering, science or business, coupled with strong experience designing and leading organisational health, safety and training programs (minimum 8 years).
You will have strong knowledge of ISO standards relating to health, safety, risk management, and quality, and demonstrated experience in investigation and auditing.
Previous heavy industry, or manufacturing experience is a must, and experience in a major hazard facility will be advantageous.
Your strong communication, negotiating and influencing skills will ensure you are successful in this role.
About Townsville
A thriving coastal port city, Townsville is the largest city in northern Australia and one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional centres. The region has a strong and diverse economic base including mining, mineral processing, agriculture, manufacturing, education, tourism, healthcare, government and defence.
With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, World Heritage-listed national parks and lush tropical gardens, Townsville boasts spectacular natural landscapes and is a major gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, the Wet Tropics and the Queensland outback.
Enjoy the relaxed lifestyle, with plenty of great attractions and amazing daytrips on offer, perfect for singles, couples, and families.
Relocation will be considered for the right candidate.
If this sounds like you and you wish to pursue a career in our progressive organisation, we encourage you to apply now.