Principal Occupational Hygienist

About the role

Nyrstar, a global producer of critical minerals and metals, is recruiting a Principal Occupational Hygienist in Port Pirie, South Australia. The role reports to the CHESS Manager and involves leading occupational hygiene strategies, managing workplace monitoring programs and safeguarding employee well-being in mining and smelting operations. It is a permanent position.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and oversee occupational hygiene strategies aligned with organisational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the development and review of occupational health policies, standards and procedures.
• Manage workplace monitoring programs for hazardous substances, noise, dust, radiation and other risks, and identify chemical, biological, physical and ergonomic exposure risks.
• Design and implement exposure control strategies, including engineering and administrative controls and PPE.
• Verify the effectiveness of control systems, manage stakeholder interactions with regulators such as SafeWork SA, and drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and deliver occupational hygiene training for employees, management and external stakeholders.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Hygiene, Environmental Science, Public Health, Chemistry or a related field (master's preferred).
• Certification as a CIH, COH or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in occupational hygiene or workplace health and safety, with leadership in complex projects or programs.
• Unrestricted valid right to work in Australia.

Required skills

• Occupational hygiene monitoring techniques such as air sampling, noise measurement and ergonomic assessments.
• Exposure modelling, statistical analysis and interpretation of monitoring results.
• Knowledge of OSHA, NIOSH and ISO standards.
• Communication, leadership and problem-solving skills, able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration and benefits package, with professional development and career progression.
• 5 weeks annual leave, paid parental leave and fitness passport discounted gym memberships.
• Relocation assistance if needed (the site is about 2.5 hours from Adelaide), salary sacrifice novated car leasing and subsidised dental care and EAP.