Emergency Services Officer

About South32 

South32 is a globally diversified mining and metals company. Our purpose is to make a difference by developing natural resources, improving people’s lives now and for generations to come.

About GEMCO 

Located on the tropical Groote Eylandt in the Northern Territory, GEMCO is a South32 Company, the operation is accountable for over 20% of the world’s manganese ore production. Groote Eylandt is home to the Anindilyakwa people, who are the traditional owners of the land and have been working alongside GEMCO since 1963. 

What we offer you

• You will be part of a full-time, dedicated Emergency Services Team
• Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme
• Industry leading parental leave and family care policy
• Ongoing training, education assistance and career development
• Excellent facilities including gym, beachside workout area, swimming pool, golf course, tennis and squash courts, sports oval and scenic walking tracks.
• Additional superannuation contributions and participation in the Employee Share Plan

About the role 

This is a permanent full-time role being offered on a 7x7 day/night roster, FIFO from Darwin or Cairns.

The Emergency Services team provides essential services across the GEMCO operation and the community.

Some of your main responsibilities will include: 

• Emergency preparedness and emergency management activities
• Provide acute injury management and facilitate telemedicine for employees and contractors
• Provide drug and alcohol testing services to the site
• Coordinate security operations in conjunction with a private security company and NT Police
• Provide emergency response on behalf of GEMCO across; Firefighting, Emergency medical, Road crash rescue, Vertical and Confined space rescue, Hazardous materials incidents and Hazard reduction activities 

About you

You will naturally have a passion and commitment to workplace safety. Having previous experience or the utmost enthusiasm and drive to succeed and develop yourself is fundamental. Our values of Care, Trusts, Togetherness and Excellence will guide your decision making and interactions.

To be considered for the role, you will have:

• Certificate III Mines Emergency Response and Rescue or equivalent
• Certificate IV Health Care (Ambulance) or equivalent
• Drug and alcohol testing and collection
• Medium rigid licence

Our culture 

At South32, our people are fundamental to our success. We’re focused on creating an inclusive workplace, with the right people in the right roles, who are engaged, empowered, and appropriately rewarded. 

We aspire to be an inclusive organisation, where our workforce reflects the broader demographic of the countries and communities where we operate.

South32 embraces diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. 

Please note this job advert will close on Wednesday 26th July 2023.