WHS Advisor

WHS ADVISOR

About the role 

The Bloomfield Group is seeking an experienced WHS Advisor to join our team at Rix’s Creek Mine. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role will work closely with leaders, supervisors and employees to support the effective management of WHS matters and contribute to a proactive safety culture across the operation.

The role will help to identify and manage operational hazards and risks, support incident investigations, coordinate injury management activities, contribute to WHS training and maintain effective safety systems, records and reporting.

Benefits of working with us

• Competitive salary package including incentive scheme and vehicle option 
• 6 weeks annual leave, 15 days personal leave
• Supportive Paid Parental Leave packages
• Educational leave and financial assistance for approved studies
• Discounted gym membership
• Cash out personal leave options

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of a proactive safety culture through engagement with operational teams to identify hazards, assess risks and implement effective controls
• Provide advice regarding WHS obligations and support ongoing legislative and regulatory compliance.
• Assist supervisors/ managers to conduct effective and efficient incident investigations and assist with implementing post incident actions.
• Provide awareness to supervisors and managers of their WHS obligations by giving advice and coaching as appropriate.
• Support the management of workplace injuries by liaising with employees, leaders, medical treatment providers and insurers.
• Conduct workplace audits and inspections to identify compliance requirements and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and support WHS toolbox talks, safety briefings, and presentations to promote safe work practices
• Contribute to Group WHS initiatives, projects, policies, and management systems.
• Build effective relationships with workers, WHS representatives and regulators to address and resolve safety issues
• Maintain WHS records in accordance with legislative and Group requirements.

Essential Criteria

• Tertiary Qualifications in Work Health and Safety or related discipline
• A minimum three years' experience in a safety advisor role (preferably in mining or heavy engineering environments)
• Experience working within mining or heavy machinery industries
• Sound working knowledge of WHS legislation, regulations, and relevant codes of practice
• Return to Work qualifications and experience managing workplace injuries.
• Experience conducting workplace audits and inspections.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A practical, service-focused approach to supporting internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Please note this is a site-based role working Monday to Friday. 

Working with The Bloomfield Group

The Bloomfield Group is a proud and successful Australian mining and engineering group. Australian owned and operated, we have been part of the community for almost 90 years and employ around 600 local people.

The Bloomfield Group owns and operates two open-cut coal mines in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales. These operations are our Rix’s Creek Mine northwest of Singleton, and our Bloomfield Mine east of Maitland. 

The Bloomfield Group also proudly owns and operates Kings Engineering, a leading NSW Engineering business and a biofuel processing operation.

Investing in our people and our community

At The Bloomfield Group, we invest in our people, and we invest in the community. We offer a highly competitive salary plus super and incentive scheme, discounted gym memberships and a range of other benefits.

We also provide significant investment in our community through the Bloomfield Group Foundation. The Foundation has been supporting our local community since 2006, providing support for young and vulnerable people, funding for medical and health related research and other programs that enrich Hunter Valley communities.

Underpinning how we go about our work are our company values: We Care. We Deliver.

• We respect and care about the safety and wellbeing of our people, our local community and the environment.
• We work together with integrity to deliver safety, operational best practice, customer satisfaction and compliance.

This position requires an individual aligned to the values of Bloomfield.

To Apply 

To apply for the position, please answer the screening questions and attach your covering letter and resume. Please ensure that your cover letter addresses the essential criteria and your experience relevant to the role. In providing your CV to Bloomfield you acknowledge acceptance to be included in its recruitment processes as defined by the business and available at ********************.  

Applications are open to Sunday 25 October 2026 (please note early applications are encouraged as the position may close early following a suitable candidate being found).

Please call our Recruitment Team on ********* for further information or email us at ****************************.

To find out more about the Bloomfield Group, please visit ********************.

The Bloomfield Group is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity, priding itself on an inclusive workplace.  All applicants must be able to evidence their Right to Work in Australia.

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About Bloomfield Group

The Bloomfield Group is a proud and successful Australian mining and engineering group.

Australian owned and operated, we have been part of the community for more than 80 years and employ hundreds of local people.

The mining operations are our Rix’s Creek Mine northwest of Singleton, and our Bloomfield Mine east of Maitland.

The Hunter based Kings Engineering business is also owned by the Group.

To learn more about the working The Bloomfield Group, watch this short introductory video.