Permit to Work Officer

About the Company and Location

Murrin Murrin Operations, located in Western Australia's northern Goldfields near Perth, is Australia's largest producer of cobalt and a significant global nickel producer. Employing over 1,000 staff, it is a diverse and committed workforce focused on sustainable mining and processing. The operation is fully owned by Glencore, a leading global diversified natural resources firm with over 145,000 employees and about 150 sites worldwide.

Role Overview

The Permit to Work Officer will join a dedicated team responsible for managing the authorization and issuance of Work Permits for the processing plant at Murrin Murrin. This role plays a critical part in ensuring workplace safety and compliance during operational tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain work permits in full compliance with established procedures throughout the permit lifecycle.
• Ensure all hazards and controls are clearly identified and validated by authorized personnel.
• Create work permits and specific Isolation Lists that align precisely with the scope of work.
• Coordinate with internal teams to secure safe isolation of equipment involved in work processes.
• Confirm that Job Safety Environmental Analyses (JSEA), Work Instructions, and Team Based Risk Assessments have been submitted by Permit Acceptors.
• Authorize the issuance of permits and relevant certificates.

Candidate Profile

• Experience in a similar position or environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with hazard identification and risk management is advantageous.
• Understanding of isolations, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), work permit procedures, workplace health and safety legislation, and risk assessments is beneficial.
• Strong ability to coordinate activities and communicate with colleagues across multiple departments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Competent with integrated management systems, as well as using word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Permanent employment with Minara Resources.
• Work for a leading and innovative company in nickel mining and processing.
• Emphasis on high safety standards within the working environment.
• Access to health and lifestyle programs including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Utilize on-site fitness facilities, including a premium gym and extensive running/cycling tracks with weekly health and sport programs.
• Above-industry superannuation contribution of 15%.
• Generous private health insurance allowance.
• Participation in a Variable Compensation Program linking individual achievement to company performance.
• Access to comprehensive on-the-job training and development programs to enhance both technical and leadership skills.
• Salary packaging options including flights, parking, superannuation contributions, and lease arrangements.