Job title: Chemical Compliance OfficerCompany: CS Executive GroupJob description: Initial 12-month contract and possible extension for another 12 monthsPart-Time – Flexible 2.5 days/week or 3 days one week, 2 the nextProvide DSTG with specialist advice on Hazardous Substance ManagementTHE CLIENTThe Defence Science and Technology Group (DSTG) is part of the Australian Government Department of Defence and is dedicated to providing science and technology support for Australia's defence and national security needs.
DSTG is a national leader in safeguarding Australia through its delivery of valued scientific advice and innovative solutions for Defence and national security.
THE ROLEDSTG is seeking an experienced Chemist to join their Specialised Coatings & Corrosion Science (SC&CS) Group to oversee the management of hazardous chemical inventory and ensure continued compliance with WHS regulations.
This is a contract position through CS Executive Group and will require the successful candidate to work 2½ days per week (or 3 days in week 1 and 2 days in the next week) until September 2025, which DSTG will review for a further 12-month extension.
Some of the tasks associated with this role include:
Provide advice on the current WHS requirements for the storage, handling and usage of hazardous substancesEnsure that SC&CS Group remains informed of any changes in regulations and legislation in the transportation and storage of hazardous chemicals and that the Group's processes are changed accordinglyMaintain an accurate chemical inventory for SC&CS Group, which includes hardcopy and electronic SDS libraries in line with WHS LegislationEnsure that all SDSs are current, GHS compliant, and accessibleProvide support for SDS obtained from overseas (i.e., non-Australian compliant) to ensure conversion prior to acceptance onto the site and ensuring that WHS compliance is maintainedMaintain a registry that ensures replacements for expired SDSs are obtained from suppliers when requiredProvide advice on requirements and assist in chemical induction following acquisitions, ensuring all relevant control and compliance standards are metUndertake periodic audits of SC&CS Group's stock of hazardous chemicalsProvide advice on requirements and ensure chemical labelling is compliant, ensuring all labels are GHS compliantProvide advice on the requirements of Risk Assessments (RA) for all chemicals ordered and received for storage and handling – if required, affording assistance in the preparation of RAsCo-ordinate regular chemical disposals and ensure unwanted chemicals are appropriately disposed of in line with legislation and the requirements of the Department of Defence and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) VictoriaAttend the SC&CS Group's monthly WHS meetings, usually held on the first Thursday of each month, and provide a report of the status of the Group's chemical holdingsREQUIREMENTSYou must be an Australian Citizen to be considered for this unique opportunity and be able to address the following criteria:
Qualifications from an Australian Tertiary Institution (or equivalent) in the fields of Chemistry or similarExperience with WHS practices, including performance within a chemical laboratory environment – appropriate WHS certification would be well regardedDemonstrated knowledge of research chemicals, including legislative compliance for storage, handling and usePrior experience and knowledge of working with hazardous and DG chemicalsPrevious management of chemical storage and handlingMUST be willing to undergo and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) Security ClearanceTo apply, click the "Apply" button to send your resume to CS Executive Group.
Remember to include a brief cover letter to address the above requirements.
Only candidates being considered for shortlisting for presentation to our client will be sent the formal selection criteria to address in more detail, which is part of CS Executive Group's pre-screening process.
Expected salary:Location: Melbourne, VICJob posting date: Sat, 17 Aug 2024 03:25:30 GMT Apply for the job now!
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