Emergency Services Officer

ER24 Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 days on / 7 days off roster

FIFO and DIDO options

Casual/Contract roles available

Flights within QLD, accommodation and/

Job summary

ER24 Australia Pty Ltd is seeking experienced Emergency Services Officers to provide emergency response and rescue capability across coal mining sites in Queensland. The role supports Advanced Care Paramedics and contributes to pre-hospital care, site safety and continuous improvement.

You will respond to medical, fire or rescue incidents, maintain equipment, conduct inspections and support training and emergency planning across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Requires Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue.
• Current LVR, CPR, Advanced First Aid and Advanced Resuscitation qualifications.
• Drug and Alcohol Testing Certification.
• Standards and regulatory qualifications (e.g. Standard 11).
• Coal Board Medical (Rescue) or the ability to obtain.
• Previous mining ESO role or State/Territory Fire Service experience.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire, rescue and medical emergencies.
• Provide emergency rescue support and assist Advanced Care Paramedics.
• Operate and maintain emergency response vehicles and rescue equipment.
• Conduct emergency response preparedness activities and inspections.
• Liaise with site personnel and external medical providers for patient outcomes.
• Conduct workplace drug and alcohol testing.
• Support site inductions and emergency training.
• Contribute to emergency planning, safety initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Complete operational reports and emergency services administration.

Skills

Emergency Response & Rescue

LVR/CPR/Advanced First Aid

Drug & Alcohol Testing

Standard 11

Coal Board Medical (Rescue)

Mining/Fire Service experience

Job description

Looking for your next challenge in mine emergency response?

If you're an experienced Emergency Services Officer who thrives in high-pressure environments and wants to be part of a professional emergency response team, we'd like to hear from you.

We're seeking motivated and capable Emergency Services Officers to join our team supporting Queensland's coal mining industry. Working alongside experienced Advanced Care Paramedics and fellow ESOs, you'll play a vital role in protecting people, responding to emergencies, and maintaining site emergency preparedness.

This is more than a response role; it's an opportunity to further develop your rescue capability while working across multiple mine sites with a team committed to safety, professionalism and continuous improvement.

About us

ER24 Australia Pty Ltd provides expert, high-quality, integrated on-site solutions to some of Australia’s largest resources, oil, gas, mining and construction industries in the areas of pre-hospital emergency care, medical, occupational health, emergency response, evacuation, health, safety and security services.

Our reach has expanded to encompass a one-stop-shop model with Paramedics, Registered Nurses, ESO’s, Security and Medical Consultants, providing a wide range of on-site and outreach healthcare and safety services.

About the Role

As an Emergency Services Officer, you'll be responsible for providing emergency response and rescue capability across operational mine sites while supporting our Advanced Care Paramedics in the delivery of pre-hospital emergency care.

No two shifts are the same. You could be responding to a medical emergency, fire or rescue incident, maintaining specialised emergency equipment, conducting site compliance activities, or assisting with emergency preparedness and training.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Responding to fire, rescue and medical emergencies
• Providing emergency rescue support and assisting Advanced Care Paramedics during patient care
• Operating and maintaining emergency response vehicles and specialised rescue equipment
• Conducting emergency response preparedness activities and equipment inspections
• Liaising with site personnel and external medical providers to support effective patient outcomes
• Conducting workplace drug and alcohol testing
• Supporting site inductions and emergency training
• Contributing to emergency planning, safety initiatives and continuous improvement programs
• Completing operational reports and emergency services administration

What You'll Bring

• Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue
• Current LVR, CPR, Advanced First Aid and Advanced Resuscitation qualifications
• Drug and Alcohol Testing Certification
• Standard 11
• Coal Board Medical (Rescue), or the ability to obtain
• Previous experience in a mining Emergency Services Officer role or within a State or Territory Fire Service

Highly Regarded

• Strong communication and decision-making skills
• The ability to remain calm and decisive during emergency situations
• A high level of personal fitness and professionalism
• The ability to work independently while contributing to a close-knit emergency response team

What’s on Offer

• Casual and Contract opportunities available
• 7 days on / 7 days off roster
• FIFO and DIDO options
• Competitive rates
• Flights (within QLD), accommodation and meals provided during rostered shifts.

This role offers exposure well beyond day-to-day emergency response, including:

• Advanced mine rescue operations
• Emergency retrievals and complex rescue scenarios
• Disaster management and recovery
• Risk assessments and incident preparedness
• Opportunities for career progression into a Team Leader role
• Opportunities to qualify as a trainer and deliver a range of courses to Coal Mine Workers
• The opportunity to work across multiple Queensland coal mining operations

Why Join Us?

We're committed to building a highly capable emergency response team where every member is supported to develop their skills and broaden their experience. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in an environment where teamwork, safety, and continuous learning are valued every day.

If you're ready to take the next step in your emergency services career and want to make a genuine difference in Queensland's mining industry, we'd love to hear from you.