AddressThe Fire and Safety team is thrilled to announce the search for two highly qualified and experienced for a long-term project in the stunning Cocos Islands, operating on a 2:2 roster. This position is a 100% standalone role, requiring candidates with proven experience as remote medics, with military or similar background highly desirable . Applicants must be based in Western Australia. and able to fly ex Perth Via provided charter flight.
Working on an island comes with its perks - accommodation and meals are provided, and travel to and from the site is compensated. The role offers a competitive pay rate of $70 per hour on a maximum term contract of 2 years, with the possibility of extension or transition to a permanent role with FSA.
There will be some preparation works commencing in July with the full time onsite roster to commence late August.
Role Details
- Provide full-time medical support to Project personnel, reporting to the IMC Health and Safety Manager
- Manage and care for injured or unwell personnel, recommending medivac when necessary
- Conduct Fitness for Work testing and hydration testing
- Assist with Return to Work and Injury Management processes and contribute to incident & emergency response plan implementation
- Provide pre-hospital and on-island patient care
- Offer interim medical care for minor ailments
- Maintain medical supplies and equipment along with ensuring safety equipment functionality
- Provide injury prevention advice.
- Report and record incidents and injuries along with return to work and injury management
- Conduct first aid and risk assessments.
- Identify hazards and improvement opportunities
- Manage ambulance vehicle and medical consumables
- Maintain First Aid kits/stations.
- Complete statutory legal reporting and project requirements.
- Provide access to 24/7 Telehealth services and utilise WI-Fi applications for communication
- AHPRA Registered Paramedic with no restrictions
- Experience in remote medical care in a standalone capacity
- Experience in setting up and running a new construction medical centre
- Proficiency in first aid and medical equipment management
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work autonomously
- Familiarity with incident reporting and safety protocols
- Understanding of drug and alcohol testing procedures
- Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements in medical care
- Adaptability to remote island conditions
As Australia’s leading provider of safety training and emergency response services Fire & Safety Australia (FSA) has more than 12 years’ experience in providing on site medical and emergency response services. FSA are an inclusive organisation who:
- Are a Dynamic and growing organisation
- Offer and Empowered and inclusive team environment
- Provide Career advancement and professional development opportunities
- are a Core Values driven organisation
- has a purpose to…’Forever change safety in the World’
- Thirst for Improvement
- Commitment our team and clients
- Passion for Safety
- Be Memorable
Due to a high volume of applications, only those short listed will be contacted.
Fire & Safety Australia is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
