AusPac Regional Health Lead

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

Location: Flexible across Australia or New Zealand (East Coast preferred) - relocation support available
Work Style: Flexible working arrangements
Travel: Up to 25% across the AusPac region

Are you a visionary health leader ready to make a real impact? Orica is on the lookout for a passionate and strategic AusPac Regional Health Lead to champion health and wellbeing across our diverse operations in mining, manufacturing, agriculture, and supply chain.

This is more than just a job, it’s a chance to lead transformative health initiatives, influence global standards, and work with a team that’s committed to safety, innovation, and care.

At Orica, we’re not just about blasting and mining, we’re about people. We’re building a culture where health and wellbeing are front and centre, and where leaders like you can thrive, innovate, and make a lasting difference.

What you will be doing

Strategic Leadership & Innovation
•    Lead the development and execution of the AusPac SHES Health Strategy & Plan
•    Advise senior leaders on health risks, compliance, and medical standards
•    Represent Orica in global health forums and industry bodies
•    Provision of SME advice including on related legal requirements and exposure risk

Program Design & Excellence
•    Deliver impactful health programs: fitness for work, medical surveillance, psychosocial risk management, health promotion etc.
•    Standardise injury and illness management across the region
•    Build robust assurance frameworks and audit tools
•    Continue design and set up of service provider model, setting of standards and management against service level agreements

Collaboration & Influence
•    Forge strong partnerships with internal teams, health providers, regulators, and industry bodies
•    Mentor SHES professionals and occupational health teams
•    Champion consistent, high-quality health practices across all sites
•    Collaborate with Orica and external partner health, wellbeing, injury management and hazardous agents leads (some joint initiatives).

Operational Oversight
•    Provide strategic health leadership across varied environments
•    Manage high-value contracts and service agreements
•    Travel to sites to stay connected and drive change on the ground

What you will bring

Must-Haves
•    10+ years in occupational health within high-risk industries;
•    With skill sets in occupational health nursing, occupational medicine, or paramedicine;
•    Proven leadership in health strategy, health teams, injury management, and medical surveillance;
•    Deep knowledge of WHS legislation, health data governance, and medical schemes;
•    Expertise in respiratory health, industrial disease prevention, and psychosocial risk management;
•    Accredited Return to Work and Rehabilitation Coordinator;

Bonus Skills
•    Experience in return-to-work programs and drug & alcohol initiatives;
•    Occupational hygiene knowledge;
•    Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities;

Qualifications
•    Registered Health/Medical professional (AHPRA or equivalent);
•    Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Health or related field;
•    Accredited in Rehabilitation, Audiometry, Spirometry, and D&A;

Attributes That Shine
•    People centered holistic approach to case management;
•    Exceptional communicator and stakeholder engager;
•    High integrity and professionalism;
•    Strong analytical and project management skills;
•    Resilient, adaptable, and collaborative leader;
•    Tech-savvy with experience in medical record systems and data platforms.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.