Occupational Health Nurse
Job no: 500554
Work type: Permanent Part Time
Location: Dugald River Mine
We are MMG and we mine for progress.
At MMG, we mine to create wealth for our people, host communities and shareholders.
Working in partnership with our major shareholder – China Minmetals – our vision is to build the world’s most respected mining company.
We are guided by our Code of Conduct and our values of thinking safety first, respecting each other, working together, doing what we say and wanting to be better.
MMG Dugald River:
The mine; Dugald River is fully owned by MMG Limited and is one of the world’s top 10 Zinc operations and is mined underground. Dugald River is expected to produce around 180,000 – 190,000 tonnes of zinc in zinc concentrate annually.
The operation employs around 500 employees and contractors on a mix of fly-in, fly-out and local residential basis. With a mine life of >20 years MMG is driving leading practices across its operations.
Occupational Health Nurse
We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Occupational Health Nurse to join our SHEC team at MMG’s Dugald River operation.
Reporting to the Superintendent – Health and Safety, you will be responsible for delivering Registered Nurse care at the Dugald River site. Additionally, you will provide expert advice and support regarding the assessment of occupational health screenings and the ongoing monitoring requirements.
This is a genuine career opportunity for a highly motivated health professional, who is looking to expand their capabilities within a supportive team environment.
The role is available on a bus in, bus out basis (BIBO) from Cloncurry or a drive in, drive out basis (DIDO) from Mount Isa, or a fly in fly out basis (FIFO) from Townsville or Brisbane. The roster is eight days on and six days off (8/6).
Attractive additional incentives available to employees who live or move into the Cloncurry township.
Qualifications and Competencies Required
- Registered Nurse qualifications with current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
- Manual car licence.
- Certificate in Alcohol and Drug testing.
- Current Advanced Life Support Certification.
- Current IV Cannulation Competency.
Highly Desirable Competencies
- Demonstrable Emergency or Critical Care nursing experience.
- Certificate in Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support.
- Post Graduate Qualifications in Occupational Hygiene.
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessing.
- Certificate in Occupational Audiometry.
- Demonstrated experience in similar roles with strong stakeholder relationship skills and delivery focus.
- High level of understanding of Microsoft Office, Medical Director and SAP.
- Knowledge and application of Queensland Mining and Quarrying Safety and Health Acts and Regulations.
Key responsibilities will include;
- Provide medical assessments and treatment for work and non-work-related conditions.
- Ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and effective procedure development.
- Oversee medical evacuation facilities and maintain emergency response readiness.
- Conduct regular alcohol, drug, and hydration testing, and train the Emergency Response Team in medical procedures.
- Manage workplace rehabilitation, injury care, and compliance with MMG standards and legislation.
What we offer
- Family friendly rosters with FIFO from Townville & Brisbane.
- On-site accommodation at Dugald River is provided in fully air-conditioned en-suited rooms and includes meal service and room cleaning.
- The village features communal media facilities including 4G coverage, onsite Medical Centre, sporting, swimming pool and state of the art Gym/Female's Only Gym.
- For candidates residing in the local community: -
- Access to MMG Charter flights to Brisbane and Townsville for family/leisure purposes.
- Gym/PCYC membership.
- Financial Support for families where children attend boarding school.
- Retention payment for long term Cloncurry residents.
As a company, MMG strives for the best in safety, environmental protection, production standards and overall operational excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer who values and respects diversity. We recognise the unique value your contribution makes to the progress of our company and the communities in which we operate. To know more about MMG please visit our webpage https://www.mmg.com/
If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply online before the 5th March 2025.
MMG is committed to supporting our local communities of Cloncurry Shire and Mount Isa City Council Local Government Areas. MMG encourages local residents and Persons of Kalkadoon heritage and other local Indigenous groups to apply.
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