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Emergency Services Officer

Country/Region:  AU
State:  WA
City:  Perth
Job ID:  11638

About Us

 

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

Our Opportunity

Work Location: Hedland Operations- Fortescue’s Hedland Operations are located on the traditional lands of the Kariyarra people.

 

Roster: 8D/6R | 8D/6R |7N/7R

 

Be the Difference When It Matters Most

Are you ready to take your career to the next level, where every day brings new challenges and the chance to make a real impact? We’re seeking a highly skilled, motivated Emergency Services Officer (ESO) to join our onsite emergency response and medical team.

As an ESO, you’ll be a key member of our emergency response team, playing a vital role in protecting the safety and wellbeing of our people and assets. You’ll actively respond to emergency incidents across site, while also supporting the smooth operation of our emergency services and medical teams.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain Emergency Readiness: Conduct regular inspections and compliance checks on emergency equipment, ensuring all assets are fully operational and ready for immediate response.
  • Medical Support: Provide medical services onsite and ensure medical facilities remain fully equipped, compliant, and operational at all times.
  • Promote Site Safety: Administer site fitness-for-work programs, including monitoring and enforcement of company Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) policies.
  • Emergency Planning & Drills: Plan, coordinate, and actively participate in emergency response drills to build site readiness and strengthen team capabilities.
  • Personal Preparedness: Maintain the required level of physical fitness necessary to perform emergency response duties, as outlined by company standards.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response & Rescue or Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting & Emergency Operations).
  • Certificate IV in Health Care (minimum)—higher qualifications such as a Diploma or Degree in Emergency Health Care or Paramedicine will be highly regarded.
  • Proven capability in core emergency disciplines, including:
    • Rope Rescue
    • Road Crash Rescue
    • Firefighting
    • Confined Space Rescue
    • Breathing Apparatus (Open Circuit)
    • Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Response
  • Western Australian HR Driver’s Licence (mandatory).
  • Solid hands-on experience in emergency response operations, including incident control and incident management within high-risk environments.
  • Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety (WHS) and/or Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (TAE) highly regarded, though not essential.
  • Prior emergency response experience in mining, resources, or remote site environments.
  • Calm, decisive, and resilient under pressure.

Our Commitment

 

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

 

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Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub. 

 

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.

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