Occupational Health Nurse

IXOM plays a vital part in the lives of tens of millions of people every day. We’re the experts behind the scenes, ensuring safe and reliable access and helping industries, businesses, and local communities thrive.

Our products, services and solutions are used across many end markets, including dairy, agriculture, viticulture, electricity, steel, food and beverage, pulp and paper, mining and construction, and water treatment (just to name a few). 

About your role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Part‑Time Occupational Health Nurse to join our team in a 12‑month maternity leave cover role, working 3 days per week and based at our Melbourne Head Office, within a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment. This role plays a vital part in supporting employee health, safety, and wellbeing, managing occupational health risks, and ensuring compliance with legislative and company health requirements.

Working closely with the Senior Occupational Health Nurse and operational teams, you will provide expert occupational health advice and practical, hands‑on support across multiple sites, contributing to a safe, healthy, and productive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and review pre‑employment and periodic medical assessments
• Coordinate health surveillance programs (e.g. lead surveillance, respiratory health)
• Deliver health promotion and wellbeing initiatives
• Provide occupational health advice relating to chemical exposure, physical and psychosocial risks
• Support return‑to‑work programs, including drug and alcohol‑related cases
• Conduct pregnancy health assessments
• Manage health service providers and maintain strong external relationships
• Maintain accurate medical records and health registers in line with privacy requirements
• Provide advice on first aid fitness requirements, immunisations, and workplace ergonomics

Who are we looking for?

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
• Qualification or demonstrated experience in Occupational Health Nursing
• Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, or chemical environments (highly regarded)
• Strong knowledge of workplace health legislation and health surveillance requirements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

Benefits at IXOM

For a start, you'll work for a large global organisation, where you'll not only earn a competitive salary, but you'll also have access to an Employee Assistance Program, a recognition program, and a range of health and wellness benefits and discounts. 

Our wellbeing program is second to none, and we offer a range of education assistance and learning resources, as well as secondment and promotion opportunities to help you grow both personally and professionally. 

We support what’s important to you by promoting workplace giving, diversity and providing volunteering leave, and, of course, we offer flexible working wherever possible. 

To Apply

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Our Process 

At IXOM we are committed to employing individuals who align with our values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants’ suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, and reference checks.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact our Talent Acquisition team.