Emergency Services Officer – Underground Mining

Safety and Emergency Training (NQ); Townsville City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Roster: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off

Underground mining exposure

Safety-led team environment

Job summary

Safety and Emergency Training (NQ) – Townsville QLD is seeking an experienced Emergency Services Officer to join an underground mining operation based in Townsville. The role operates on a 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off roster with day and night shifts, starting on a 3-month contract that may extend.

You will respond to emergencies, participate in drills, inspect equipment, and support site health, safety and emergency management initiatives while contributing to training and documentation.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue or equivalent.
• Drug and Alcohol Testing Certification (HLTPAT010).
• Experience in emergency response within an underground mining environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate and professional emergency response across the underground operation.
• Participate in emergency drills, exercises and readiness activities.
• Inspect, maintain and test emergency response equipment and facilities.
• Support site health, safety and emergency management initiatives.
• Assist with drug and alcohol testing per site procedures.
• Deliver training and competency support where qualified.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and operational documentation.

Education

Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue or equivalent

Drug and Alcohol Testing Certification (HLTPAT010)

Demonstrated emergency response experience in underground mining

Job description

Safety and Emergency Training (NQ) – Townsville QLD

We are seeking an experienced Emergency Services Officer to join an underground mining operation based out of Townsville, Queensland. Working a balanced 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off roster, you will play a critical role in maintaining site emergency preparedness and providing an effective response when required.

This position may include both day and night shifts, so flexibility to work across the full roster is essential. Initial 3-month contract with the potential for longer extension.

Key Responsibilities

Provide immediate and professional emergency response across the underground mining operation.

Participate in emergency response drills, exercises and readiness activities.

Inspect, maintain and test emergency response equipment and facilities.

Support site health, safety and emergency management initiatives.

Assist with drug and alcohol testing in accordance with site procedures.

Deliver training and competency support where appropriately qualified.

Maintain accurate records, reports and operational documentation.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue or equivalent.

Drug and Alcohol Testing Certification (HLTPAT010).

Demonstrated emergency response experience within an underground mining environment.

Highly Regarded

Certificate IV in Health Care (Ambulance) or equivalent.

TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or current equivalent.

About You

You are calm under pressure, safety focused and confident working as part of a multidisciplinary site team. You bring sound judgement, strong communication skills and a proactive approach to emergency preparedness. You are also comfortable working underground and adapting to both day and night shift requirements.

What We Offer

A lifestyle-friendly 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off roster.

Exposure to a professional underground mining operation.

A safety-led team environment where your expertise makes a direct impact.

Opportunities to contribute to emergency preparedness, training and continuous improvement.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to complete all required pre-employment and site-access checks.