Safety Advisor (Midwest / Southwest region)

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 – 29343 - Safety Advisor (Midwest / Southwest region)

The Safety Advisor provides partnering support to enable excellence in Safety, Healthy, Environment and Security (SHES) culture and performance through effective major hazards and critical control management, systems, standards and governance. This position holds the key accountability for a US program managing Worker's Comp and OCC Health and will be responsible to serve the US Mid-West/South-West Region.

What you will be doing

•    Supports delivery of SHES activities across business and/or sites.
•    Implement, support of SHES procedures & system across site(s)
•    Develop & Deliver safety materials for site(s)
•    Participate in assurance activities (audits and assessments)
•    Lead and participate in incident investigations
•    Assist with administration & use of Enablon, Change Management system, CARE scoring system, Job Safety Analysis and Job Hazard Analysis
•    Provide day to day SHES support to site (s) or business
•    Install workplace hazard management 
•    Install & support regulatory programs
•    Demonstrate a proactive approach towards the implementation & support of Orica SHES Plans. 
•    Provide technical support to business / site(s) on SHES matters  
•    Support rollout of SHES & regulatory related training at a business /site level.
•    Support business leaders on customer SHES requirements and issues
•    Interact and support business leaders 

Travel – 50 – 75% throughout assigned multi-state region by flight or company vehicle.

What you will bring

•    Relevant experience in the mining industry is a plus.

•    Computer system SAP, Microsoft Office and 365 

•    Experience with Enablon is a plus, will train you

•    Sound knowledge of major hazards and key controls management, incident reporting (incl report writing) and investigation (Basic, 5Y, ICAM etc.)

•    Effective analytical, written and verbal communication skills. 

•    Ability to build relationships, engage and influence a diverse group of stakeholders.

•    Knowledge of applicable regulations.

•    Possess unquestioned reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character.

•    Ability to build the trust with others.

•    Demonstrate business intellect, achievement orientation and competitive spirit.

•    Demonstrate confidence yet being able to accept feedback.

•    Demonstrate decision making process.

•    Demonstrate resilience and flexibility, adapting to changes and adversity.

•    Demonstrate ability to work in a team-oriented manner, supporting other’s success.

•    Demonstrate project management experience.  

•    A comprehensive knowledge in one or more of the following areas is a plus: Worker’s Compensation, Occupational Case Management, Industrial Hygiene, Process Safety Management, MSHA, OSHA, and Investigative Safety Processes or related disciplines.

Your qualifications

•    3-5 years of Health, Safety, and Environmental experience.
•    Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Health & Environment or related discipline – Preferred
•    Or must possess a Safety Certificate – Certified safety professional, Assoc Safety Professional or Certified Safety Manager

How you shape and influence others

* Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
* Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character       
* Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal & communication skills
* Self-aware and open to feedback 
* Work effectively across business unit
* High level decision making ability
* Able to manage multiple tasks within deadlines and work independently 
 

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.

Compensation 

•    Full Time Salary
•    Annual Salary Range $79,400 - $98,000
•    Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan

(Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)

Benefits 

•    Company Vehicle
•    Medical/Prescription Drug – Three (3) plans to choose from
•    Dental – Two (2) plans to choose from
•    Vision – Two (2) plans to choose from
•    Health Savings Account
•    Flexible Spending Accounts
•    Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 
•    Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 
•    Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 
•    Company provided Employee Assistance Program
•    Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Plans
•    Voluntary Identity Theft Protection 
•    Voluntary Legal Plan
•    401(k) + Company Match
•    Company provided Maternity Leave
•    Company provided Bonding Leave
•    Accrued Paid Time Off 
•    Paid Sick & Safe Time
•    Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays 

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.

Orica is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are a Drug-free workplace.