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What is an Emergency Services Officer (ESO)?

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What is an Emergency Services Officer (ESO)?

A Medical Emergency Services Officer is typically responsible for Medical and sometimes Fire rescue on large mine sites. The mining industry is prone to both minor and major injuries and as a result, most mine sites will have on-site Medics to assist in medical treatment and basic life support.

This is a popular career path for those who want to help people and provide medical care. It is an alternative to becoming a Paramedic as both jobs have similar technical skill sets.

While employee structure’s may change from company to company, in the video above, Nathan Seidel is on the OH&S team and reports directly to the Safety Manager. The Billabong Gold Mine has a large medical centre, two ambulances and other response vehicles.

What are the tasks of an ESO?

This will change from site to site depending on your qualifications and the size of your team.

Tasks may include, but aren’t limited to:

Injury management. Including paperwork, liaising with patients, physios, doctors and Human Resources department.
Undertaking random drug and alcohol testing, an essential component of WHS on a mine site.
Providing medical clearances to potential employees and return to work employees.
Administering flu vaccinations.
Fever temperature checks.
Responding to minor or major on-site injuries and providing medical care.
In extreme situations administer basic life support.
Mental health assessments and recommendations.
Respond to vehicle accidents.

How much does an ESO make?

It’s no secret that working in the Mines in Australia usually has attractive salaries. A medic in the mines can earn from $80,000-$150,000 and sometimes even more depending on experience, overtime and additional allowances.

This job can sometimes have other titles such as:

Medical Emergency Services Officer
Mine Site Medic
Industrial Medic
Underground Medic
Mine Rescue Medic
Emergency Response Coordinator

How do I become an ESO?

Click here to read our blog on how to become an ESO which includes which qualifications and experience you need to get started as a Medic in the Mines.

Typically the minimum requirement is the Certificate IV in Health Care, however having the Diploma of Emergency Health Care is a major advantage when applying for ESO roles.

Does this career path interest you? Are you drawn to a career as a Medic or ESO? Get in touch with us today!

About the Australian Paramedical College

The Australian Paramedical College is the largest pre-hospital health care training provider in Australia.

We offer three courses in the health scope:

Our nationally recognised paramedical training programs provide a flexible and affordable pathway to employment in the private sector, or as a stepping stone to university. We offer everyone the opportunity to become a Paramedic/Medic, regardless of their educational background. We believe you should still pursue your goals even if your school or college grades are not where they should be.

We live in an era where anything is possible when you put your mind to it. With advances in technology and learning methodologies, there is no reason why you can not follow your dreams and become a person who can save lives and contribute to the well-being of the community. Apply to study at the College.

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What is an Emergency Services Officer (ESO)?