Iluka Resources is a global critical minerals company with a proud 70-year history and an exciting future. As we enter a pivotal phase of growth, we are seeking a passionate Health & Safety Superintendent to help shape and embed a strong safety culture at our pioneering Balranald Operation.
Join Iluka's new Balranald Operation that deploys a novel, remotely operated, underground mining technology based on Horizontal Direction Drilling platforms to extract ore. Balranald deposit is one of the highest-grade mineral sands deposits in the world, containing significant quantities of titanium minerals rutile and zircon, as well as smaller but material quantities of rare earths.
Iluka’s Balranald operation is located just outside of Balranald township in regional south-western NSW.
You can choose to reside locally, drive-in drive-out from towns within the regional area, or fly-in fly-out from Melbourne or Adelaide. Relocation assistance will be provided if required for the preferred candidate.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the primary purpose of this role is to strategically lead the Health and Safety team in delivery of best practice health, safety, occupational hygiene and injury management/ prevention outcomes for the operation. You will provide leadership through coaching and mentoring of employees utilising high levels of communication, engagement, and influence.
Your responsibilities will be:
To be successful in the role, you will have:
We are committed to upholding our Business Values, supporting equal opportunities, gender equality and cultural diversity.
Applicants will be required to meet Iluka’s pre-employment criteria which includes a medical, drug and alcohol screening and hold a valid motor vehicle driver’s license.
If you share our values of Integrity, Respect, Courage, Accountability and Collaboration; and you have the skills and experience to help us to succeed and deliver sustainable value, apply now.
Full working rights in Australia are required for you to be eligible to apply for this role.
Applications close: 2 of November 2026
“We respect and encourage diversity in a workforce that reflects our communities.”
Iluka is a global critical minerals company with expertise in exploration, development, mining, processing, marketing and rehabilitation.
The company’s objective is to deliver sustainable value.
With over 70 years’ industry experience, Iluka is a leading producer of zircon and the high grade titanium dioxide feedstocks rutile and synthetic rutile. Additionally, Iluka has also established a significant position in rare earth elements (rare earths).
Iluka's products are used in an array of applications including technology, construction, medical, lifestyle and industrial uses.
As the world moves towards a smarter, safer and sustainable future, Iluka’s high quality products are in increasing demand.
Iluka has projects and operations in Australia and a globally integrated marketing network. Exploration activities are conducted internationally and Iluka is actively engaged in the rehabilitation of previous activities in the United States and Australia.
Headquartered in Perth, Western Australia, Iluka is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). Iluka holds a 20% stake in Deterra Royalties, the largest ASX-listed resources focused royalty company.
