Workplace Type: Onsite
About Newmont
At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Cadia
Our Cadia Valley Operation in New South Wales is situated about 25 kilometers from Orange and 250 kilometers west of Sydney. Cadia produces gold doré bars from a gravity circuit and gold-rich copper concentrates from a flotation circuit. The operation includes the Cadia East Mine which is globally renowned for its use of block caving, a large-scale underground mining method.
We acknowledge the Wiradjuri people, traditional custodians of the land surrounding Cadia, and proudly run an Indigenous Buddy Program to enrich the workplace experience our Indigenous employees. As a residential (drive-in / drive-out) mine, Cadia values community deeply, offering both financial and in-kind support to organizations across Blayney, Cabonne, and Orange townships. The Orange region is often referred to as the gateway to Country New South Wales with acclaimed wineries, fine dining, annual festivals and charming heritage villages making for an unparalleled work-life balance.
Reporting to the Lead – Health, Hygiene & Emergency Response, the Team Lead – Emergency Response will manage and assist 24-hour site coverage by Emergency Response Officers, casuals and the Emergency Response team by ensuring the operational readiness of appliances and currency of team competencies.
The team lead will mentor Emergency Response Officers in the duties and functions required of a team lead to ensure robust and competent site coverage when required.
Key responsibilities include: Providing direct on-shift and indirect on-call supervision to all site and Contractor Emergency Response staff within the Emergency Response Department.Ensure timely, appropriate and effective fire and rescue response to all incidents ensuring appropriate use of resources, including volunteers, ensuring strict compliance with protocols and procedures. Always ensure, safety of the rescuers and bystanders comes before rescue and all appropriate PPE and PPC is in good condition and used/worn appropriately.Ensure high standards of routine maintenance, cleanliness and preparedness of all emergency response resources, by delegating areas of responsibility inclusive of diligent record keeping, handover portfolios and reports as necessary. Encourage research to provide advice on new technologies, areas for improvement and cost savings in allocated areas of responsibilities.Co-ordinate on scene rescue activities being aware of team capabilities.Prepare and deploy Emergency Response Teams at an Incident.Schedule team and individual development scenarios to upskill and maintain team cohesion and currency in all skill sets. Ensure current Role Descriptions are in place and reviewed annually.
Our ideal candidate will be a safety leader and operate transparently with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. In addition, must be able to liaise and collaborate with a variety of stakeholders.
You will also possess the following: Diploma or Degree in Paramedicine (AHPRA Registered) or industry experienceCert II or III in Public Safety (Firefighting Operations)Cert III in Mine Emergency Response and RescueSupervisor/Frontline Management training or equivalent
Please note: This is a 7/7 day shift only residential role in Orange, NSW.
At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion, we believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together.
Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. We know no candidate meets every qualification listed, so if you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!