Occupational Hygiene Technician

• Are you looking to develop your skills as a Occupational Hygiene Technician in a highly regarded organisation?
• You will be part of a highly supportive and collaborative team that will encourage your growth and career aspirations.
• Enjoy long-term career development, including competitive remuneration, and access to diverse opportunities across the Wesfarmers Group
• Permanent, full time opportunity based in Kwinana with flexible working arrangements.

WesCEF

Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers (WesCEF) is a division of Wesfarmers Limited and has been operating in Western Australia for more than 110 years. Our eight businesses manufacture and supply essential products to over 225,000 customers in 26 countries, supporting key sectors including agriculture, mining, energy, construction and households.

Safety, sustainability and community are central to how we operate. We are committed to continuous safety improvement and are working toward net zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050.

With more than 1,300 employees across WA, Queensland and Victoria, we foster a respectful, inclusive workplace where diverse thinking is valued. Guided by our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy and Aboriginal Inclusion Plan, we support gender balance, cultural respect, Indigenous employment and flexible work. We invest in our people through training, career development and recognition programs.

With our headquarters in Perth, WesCEF plays a key role in supporting Australia’s economic growth and advancing a more sustainable future.

WESCEF: We create long-term value for critical industries and everyday life.

About the role 

Are you looking to develop your skills as an Occupational Hygiene Technician in a highly regarded organisation?

We’re seeking an Occupational Hygiene Technician to coordinate our gas detection fleet, support our monitoring programs and contribute to a safe, healthy workplace across our sites.

Reporting to the Senior Hygiene Advisor, you’ll play a key role in equipment calibration, coordinating gas detectors and conducting exposure assessments. This is a hands‑on technical position that suits someone who enjoys field work, problem‑solving, and working collaboratively with diverse teams.

You will:

• Conduct occupational hygiene monitoring in line with program requirements
• Facilitate calibration of occupational hygiene equipment
• Coordinate and maintain gas detection equipment across site
• Enter monitoring data into our health management system, Cority
• Work with internal teams, contractors, laboratories, and equipment specialists
• Contribute to safety and other continuous improvement initiatives
• Support the development and review of hygiene procedures and communication

Key skills and experience for the role:

• Possess a certificate or diploma in Occupational Hygiene, Environmental Science, Science, or another related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as an Occupational Hygiene Technician
• Previous experience in a heavy industrial operation, preferable Chemical or Oil/Gas or a Major Hazard Facility
• Proficient in Cority for database management
• Qualifications as Noise Officer
• Qualifications as a Mine Air Quality Officer
• Membership to the AIOH
• Ability to prioritise, problem‑solve and meet deadlines

What we offer

At Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers (WesCEF), we value our people and offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and career growth, including:

• Competitive remuneration, including access to the Wesfarmers employee share plan and participation in our annual incentive plan
• Flexible working arrangements, including some work-from-home options where applicable
• Salary sacrifice opportunities, including novated leasing
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits across the Wesfarmers Group, including staff discounts at Bunnings, Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Kleenheat, as well as access to Wesfarmers-sponsored arts and cultural events
• Paid parental leave of up to 18 weeks
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities across WesCEF and the broader Wesfarmers Group

Why WesCEF

At WesCEF, we are committed to building an engaged, high-performing and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We value diversity of thinking, skills and experience, knowing this drives innovation and better business outcomes.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to support flexible working arrangements and understand that flexibility looks different for everyone. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to discuss your needs as part of the application process.

WesCEF operates across multiple locations, with our two major hubs based in Kwinana and the Perth CBD.

Applications close: Sunday 22nd  March 2026

Our recruitment process considers your alignment to our company values and the requirements of the role. We also have several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your suitability for the role including but not limited to psychometric assessment, police checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, right to work check, qualifications, due diligence and/or reference checks.

We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date. Therefore, it is recommended to apply as soon as possible.

Agency applications will not be accepted.