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Occupational Hygienist

Apply now Job no: 494563
Work type: Full Time Permanent
Location: ACT
Categories: Health / Safety / Environment / Quality

Lower Molonglo Water Quality Control Centre:

Seymour Whyte, in a Joint Venture with Vinci Grande Projects and Beca, have been selected by ICON water to embark on the Design and Construct upgrade of the Lower Molonglo Water Quality Control Centre (LMWQCC), the ACT’s primary wastewater treatment facility and the largest of its kind in inland Australia. This 4-year project will modernise the plant’s handling system while preparing for future growth and potential updates to air emission standards. Located near central Canberra, the project will enhance and support the region’s critical infrastructure.

About Seymour Whyte:

For over 30 years, Seymour Whyte has been a leading civil contracting business in Australia. We combine the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2 contractor with the expertise of a Tier 1 company. Now, with the enhanced resources of VINCI, one of the world's largest and most prestigious construction companies, we offer our employees and clients the best of three worlds.

Employee Benefits:

Join a workplace that truly values and supports its employees. We offer flexible health and wellbeing programs to ensure you stay at your best, along with competitive pay that reflects your worth. Our unique bonus scheme rewards your hard work, and through our partnership with VINCI, you can grow your investment with our generous employee share program. We believe in a healthy work-life balance, offering a purchased leave program and paid parental leave. Additionally, enjoy peace of mind with salary continuance insurance, be part of an inclusive culture, and celebrate your birthday with a paid day off.

As an Occupational Hygienist you will be responsible for managing health risks on a major construction project in the ACT. This role focuses on identifying, assessing, and controlling exposure to occupational hazards, with a strong emphasis on silica dust, noise, vibration, and diesel emissions in line with ACT-specific regulatory requirements.

About the role:

Conduct occupational hygiene risk assessments in accordance with ACT WHS legislation and Safe Work Australia’s model codes 1.
Monitor exposure to airborne contaminants (e.g., respirable crystalline silica, diesel particulate matter), noise, and vibration using approved methodologies 2.
Develop and implement hygiene management plans, including Silica Dust Control Plans and Noise Management Plans, tailored to ACT construction environments 3.
Provide technical advice on control measures, including ventilation, PPE, and administrative controls 4.
Deliver training and toolbox talks to raise awareness of occupational health risks and controls 5.

About you:

Bachelor’s degree in occupational Hygiene, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related field.
Postgraduate qualifications in Occupational Hygiene (preferred).
Certification or membership with a recognized professional body (e.g., AIOH, BOHS, CIH).
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in occupational hygiene, with at least 2 years on major construction or infrastructure projects.
Strong understanding of occupational health legislation and standards (e.g., WHS Act, Safe Work Australia Codes and familiarity with ACT specific WHS legislation).
Proficiency in hygiene monitoring equipment and interpreting analytical data.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction to having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Seymour Whyte and contribute to a successful and sustainable future.

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