Urgent Search: Senior Specialist

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Cairns, Australia Orica Limited Full time

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Senior Specialist - SHES

Date: 19 Sept 2025

Company: Orica

About Orica

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 team of more than 13,000 across the world.

About the role

As Senior Specialist SHES at our Helidon site, you’ll partner with site leaders to drive excellence in Safety, Health, Environment, and Security (SHES). You’ll lead risk management initiatives, coach teams on standards and governance, and foster a strong safety culture.

This is a 6-month fixed term position to cover an extended leave period.

What you will be doing

- Championing Orica’s Charter Values, Purpose, and Strategy.
- Building strong relationships with site leaders to deliver SHES objectives.
- Coaching and mentoring line managers in SHES practices and programs.
- Providing technical advice and support on SHES matters.
- Implementing and monitoring SHES standards and systems.
- Conducting incident investigations, inspections, and SHES assurance activities.
- Leading SHES improvement initiatives with structured rollout plans.
- Liaising with regulatory authorities on SHES matters.
- Actively contributing to the Helidon Site Leadership Team and strategic planning.

What you will bring

- Formal qualifications in Safety, Health, Engineering, or Science.
- Experience in SHES within manufacturing, resources, distribution, or heavy industry.
- A demonstrated track record of implementing SHES standards and risk programs.
- Experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
- The ability to deliver consistent SHES improvements and assurance activities.
- Knowledge of safety regulations, risk management, and systems.
- Highly developed communication and influencing skills across diverse stakeholders.
- Trusted, ethical, and values-driven professional.
- Team-oriented, self-aware, and open to feedback.

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.

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