About the Company

Safety Direct Solutions Pty Ltd (SDS) is a registered Training Organisation (RTO #51632) who through the Operations Division, employs Emergency Response, Emergency Service Officers as well as Paramedics to provide services on our client’s onshore mining and offshore Oil & Gas sites across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients depend on our team to prepare, respond to and effectively manage any emergency situation.

About the role

Safety Direct Solutions is seeking experienced Emergency Response Technicians to join our expanding operations in Cairns, QLD.

As an Emergency Response Technician, your role will be crucial in providing the delivery of Emergency Response and Critical Risk Management capability onsite.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Maintaining operational readiness

Participating in ongoing Professional Development Activities

Reporting all issues and concerns through the correct channels

Ensuring documentation is accurately completed and records maintained

Applying professional conduct at all times

Essential Skills, Certifications & Experience

Confined Space Rescue

Undertake Vertical Rescue

Operate Breathing Apparatus

Provide First Aid

Confined Space Entry

Gas Test Atmospheres

Work Safely at Heights

Eligible to obtain National Police and Defence Clearance

Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Strong ethic toward maintaining positive team dynamic

High personal standard of dress and bearing

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role – Fire & Rescue Service, Mines Rescue, Medical Services.

Desirable

Certificate IV in Health Care

Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue

Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

Culture

Our employees enjoy working with SDS because we:

Have a high people and culture focus;

Offer extensive development and progression opportunities;

Work collaboratively together and are high achievement focused;

Are part of a company that is well respected by clients and stake holders

In return, you will be part of a fast-paced solutions-based organisation within a friendly working environment, a supportive management team who reward hard work and enthusiasm. Our team is passionate about SDS, its future and want our employees to progress, succeed and grow alongside us.

How to apply?

To complete your application visit https://www.sdsaus.com.au/careers. Once there, you will be prompted to answer a few simple questions and upload your cover letter and CV. To give yourself the best opportunity to progress your application, please outline in your cover letter how your skills and experience meet the role requirements.

Safety Direct Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.