Safety Officer

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

Job posting end date: 11/14/2025

Join Metso, in this 6-month contract opportunity supporting our Karratha Service Centre. We’re seeking an experienced and proactive Safety Officer to partner with our local team, drive HSE initiatives, and foster a strong safety culture onsite.

This is a practical, hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys being out in the field, engaging directly with supervisors, trades, and technicians to make a real impact on day-to-day safety outcomes.

More about the role..

In this role, you’ll play an important part in supporting the safe and efficient operation of our Karratha Service Centre. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the implementation of Metso’s HSE Management System.
• Assisting with the implementation of risk management processes and monitoring their compliance and effectiveness.
• Conducting inspections and participating in audits as required.
• Working collaboratively with all stakeholders to foster a strong and positive safety culture.
• Assisting with injury management and rehabilitation activities as required.
• Promoting and applying professional, ethical, and legal standards in all aspects of work.
• Monitoring, measuring, and evaluating HSE performance to drive continual improvement.
• Being an integrated member of both the Metso QEHS and Karratha Service Centre teams.

More about you..

You’re an experienced and hands-on safety professional who thrives in operational environments and builds strong working relationships across all levels. You’ll also bring:

• A solid understanding of HSE Management Systems and Workplace Health and Safety legislative requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage others.
• Experience working within mining, manufacturing, or related heavy industry environments.
• Proven experience facilitating incident investigations and contributing to continuous improvement outcomes.
• Auditing experience with a focus on compliance and practical risk management.
• A Certificate IV in Workplace Health and Safety (desirable, but not essential)
• Experience in injury management and return-to-work coordination.
• The ability to deliver training programs and support competency development across teams.
• Experience developing safe work procedures and risk assessments.

Why Metso

• Extensive learning opportunities - ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities.
• Worldwide support - leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.
• A thriving culture – we are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.
• Additional Annual Leave benefit 
• Gender Neutral Paid Parental Leave of 18 weeks at full pay
• Paid Volunteer Leave 
• Comprehensive medical benefits including discounted private health insurance
• Company provided Salary Continuance insurance cover

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.  
 
Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. 

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