Underground Mining Emergency Response Lead

Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ is seeking a dedicated professional to lead the emergency response function at a major underground coal site in Queensland. The role reports to the Compliance Manager and ensures emergency systems, teams and equipment are not only compliant but fit for purpose in a modern mining environment.

You will drive training, supervise Mines Rescue activities and provide guidance across both underground and surface operations, contributing to a safer, more resilient site

Qualifications

• Must have coal mining experience and Mines Rescue/Emergency Response background.
• Cert IV in Training & Assessment is required.
• Fire Officer certification and current First Aid are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain Mines Rescue capability in line with legislative requirements.
• Act as site Fire Officer and fulfil all associated statutory obligations.
• Oversee all emergency response equipment (First Aid, firefighting, rescue).
• Drive training and competency across site for emergency response personnel.
• Monitor, report and continuously improve emergency preparedness systems.
• Provide technical and practical guidance across underground and surface operations.

Skills

Coal mining experience

Mines Rescue / Emergency Response

Training & Assessment (Cert IV)

Fire Officer certification

First Aid certification

People skills

Education

Certificate IV in Training & Assessment

Job description

Stellar Recruitment AU and NZ is seeking a dedicated professional to lead the emergency response function at a major underground coal site in Queensland. The role reports to the Compliance Manager and ensures emergency systems, teams and equipment are not only compliant but fit for purpose in a modern mining environment.

You will drive training, supervise Mines Rescue activities and provide guidance across both underground and surface operations, contributing to a safer, more resilient site