emergency services officers

2 weeks ago

Mackay, Queensland, Australia Mining Skills Australia Full time
Category: DIDO Emergency Management FIFO

Job Type: Casual Full Time

Location: Mackay & Coalfields QLD

What We Are Looking For

Our Emergency Management Department is currently seeking experienced, proactive & adaptable Emergency Service Officers to join our expanding teams across the Central & Southern Queensland regions. Ideal applicants will have exposure to the coal mining industry and experience in emergency response services, with proven operational experience in a Fire & Rescue Service regarded highly. Applicants are required to possess a high level of communication skills along with computer literacy & problem solving abilities, and the capacity to work both autonomously and within a team.

Successful applicants must be based in Queensland, Australia.

Mandatory Qualifications Required

To be eligible for these positions you must hold:
  • Standard 11 Induction
  • Open Manual MR Licence or above
  • Current CPR & First Aid – HLTAID009, HLTAID011, HLTAID014, HLTAID015
  • HLTPAT005 – Collect Specimens for Drugs of Abuse Testing
  • UETDRMP007 – Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel
  • National Police Certificate (Issued within last 12 months)

Certificate 3 in Emergency Response & Rescue, including the following units:
  • PUAFIR207 – Operate Breathing Apparatus Open Circuit
  • PUAFIR210 – Prevent Injury
  • PUAFIR316 – Identify, Detect and Monitor Hazardous Materials at an Incident
  • PUAFIR324 – Render Hazardous Materials Incidents Safe
  • PUASAR022 – Participate in a Rescue Operation
  • PUASAR024 – Undertake Road Crash Rescue
  • PUASAR025 – Undertake Confined Space Rescue
  • PUASAR032 – Undertake Vertical Rescue
  • RIIERR201E – Conduct Fire Team Operations
  • PUAEQU001 – Prepare, Maintain and Test Response Equipment, OR PMAWHS211 – Prepare Equipment for Emergency Response

At Mining Skills Australia, we may also accept evidence of the above units of competency separate to the Certificate 3 in Emergency Response & Rescue.

Beneficial & Desireable Qualifications
  • Coal Board Medical (Rescue)
  • Construction Industry White Card
  • PUAEME008 – Provide Pain Management
  • RIIVEH201 – Operate Light Vehicle OR RIIVEH305 – Operate & Maintain 4WD
  • Certificate 4 in Training & Assessment
  • Workplace Health & Safety Qualifications
  • Current Site Training Transcripts

What's On Offer

For all positions we offer the following:
  • Permanent & Casual contracts available with excellent rates of pay.
  • 7 on-7 off roster with day and night shift rotations, and 12 or 12.5 hour shifts.
  • Coal Long Service Leave Scheme for all employees.
  • Positions available across various sites and team compositions.
  • Residential positions for local staff, plus DIDO & FIFO options. FIFO provided ex-Brisbane.
  • Camp accommodation & meals provided.
  • Professional development opportunities across the Mining Skills Australia business.
  • Immediate and delayed starts are available.

To apply for this position, please email your CV and cover letter to our onboarding team at: or apply through our website

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

If you have any queries, please feel free to contact our friendly staff at

Employer questions

Your Application Will Include The Following Questions
  • Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
  • How many years' experience do you have as an Emergency Services Officer?
  • Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
  • Do you have a Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue?
  • Do you have a current Standard 11 induction?
  • Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
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