Introduction

We are representing an established drilling contractor seeking an experienced, proactive and field-focused safety professional to support DR330 drill rig operations and associated mobile equipment. Working on a 2:2 roster, you will play a key role in promoting safe work practices, supporting frontline crews, maintaining compliance and driving efficient drilling operations in a remote mining environment.

What are you going to do 

As Safety Officer, you will work closely with Drillers, Offsiders, Supervisors, client representatives, and site HSE teams to promote a positive safety culture across field-based drilling crews.

You will provide day-to-day safety support, coach frontline teams, assist with risk assessments, conduct site inspections, and ensure compliance with company standards, client procedures, and Western Australian legislative requirements.

This role will suit someone who enjoys being visible in the field, building strong relationships with crews, and driving practical safety outcomes in a hands-on operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide daily HSE support across drilling operations and field crews.
  • Conduct workplace inspections, audits, and field leadership interactions.
  • Support the safe operation of DR330 type drill rigs and associated mobile equipment.
  • Assist crews with JHAs, Take 5s, SWMS, and pre-start risk assessments.
  • Monitor compliance with company, client, and WA statutory safety requirements.
  • Investigate incidents, hazards, and near misses, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Maintain incident registers, safety statistics, and compliance documentation.
  • Deliver safety inductions, toolbox talks, and refresher training.
  • Coach supervisors and crews in hazard identification, risk control, and critical risk management.
  • Support emergency response planning, drills, and site safety initiatives.
  • Coordinate health monitoring, fitness for work, and wellbeing initiatives where required.
  • Liaise with client HSE teams, site management, and operational supervisors.
  • Support injury management and return-to-work processes where applicable.
  • Drive continuous improvement across drilling and field-based operations.

Essential skills and knowledge

To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience in a Safety Officer, HSE Advisor, or similar position within mining, drilling, civil, construction, or heavy industry environments.

You will be confident working with remote operational teams, comfortable engaging with frontline workers, and capable of balancing compliance requirements with practical field-based safety support.

Essential Requirements

  • Previous experience in a Safety Officer / HSE Advisor role within mining, drilling, civil, or heavy industry.
  • Strong understanding of WA WHS and mining safety legislation.
  • Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety or equivalent qualification.
  • Current C Class Driver's Licence.
  • Strong incident investigation and risk management capability.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Ability to coach and influence frontline leaders and crews.

Highly Regarded

  • Previous drilling contractor or blast hole drilling experience.
  • Knowledge of DR330 or similar production drill rig operations.
  • ICAM, TapRooT, or similar incident investigation training.
  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
  • Current First Aid Certificate.
  • Mental Health First Aid.
  • HR Driver's Licence.
  • Return to Work Coordinator experience.

What we offer 

  • Consistent 2:2 FIFO/DIDO roster
  • Opportunity to support long-term Goldfields operations
  • Superannuation paid on hours
  • Salary sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Click the link to apply or email your CV directly to Michael Shirley at m.shirley@brunel.net

Closing: 17 June 2026

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