Safety & Rescue Trainer / Operator

ISH24 are specialists in Rescue, Confined Space & Workplace Safety Services, also operating as a RTO (ID 41559) for confined space, working at heights, first aid, rescue and other nationally accredited training.

We are currently seeking a safety-focused individual to join our Bendigo team to assist with confined space management & Rescue support operations with the capability to deliver nationally accredited training for clients on sites locally and interstate.

To be successful in this role, you will have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, have great communication skills, a professional attitude and a personal commitment to ensuring safety in the workplace. Flexibility to travel for work is essential as some client sites are in remote areas and/or interstate locations.

Operational Duties & Responsibilities:

• Rescue support, confined space and working at heights management on client sites across Victoria (with occasional FIFO engagements interstate)
• Acting as a worksite emergency response and rescue team member. Various experience and skills in rescue will be advantageous with additional rescue training and skills maintenance to be provided on the job
• Hands-on maintenance and installation of working at heights equipment, gas detection, BA and other safety equipment testing 
• Labouring, specifically maintenance and cleaning of confined spaces and at heights, possibly working under BA
• Knowledge in site safety services including developing rescue plans, carrying out site safety inspections, SWMS writing, permit issuing
• Assisting in the Bendigo workshop & on client sites with equipment servicing, maintenance, inspections, inventory management, etc.
• Present neat documentation, correspondence and records as requested
• Perform other general duties that may be necessary to suit operational requirements as directed
• Also other ad-hoc labouring and safety management jobs

Trainer/ Assessor Competency Requirements:

Ability to deliver training (accredited or non-accredited) in safety and rescue, including any of the below units:

• RIIWHS202E - Enter and work in confined spaces
• RIIWHS204E - Work safely at heights
• MSMWHS216 - Operate breathing apparatus             
• MSMWHS217 - Gas test atmospheres
• HLTAID009 - Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid
• HLTAID014 - Provide Advanced First Aid          
• HLTAID015 - Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy   
• UETDRMP007- Perform rescue from a live low voltage panel
• MSMPER300 - Issue work permits                   
• MSMWHS201 - Conduct hazard analysis
• CPPFES2005 - Demonstrate first attack firefighting equipment

Courses above range in duration between 1/2 day to 2 days. 

Trainers with experience in delivering Rescue Training (specifically disciplines falling within the Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue) and other relevant courses would also be highly regarded. Rescue training courses range between 2 and 8 days.

Please refer to our full scope of training on training.gov.au.

Preferred candidates do not need to be well-versed in all the above competencies. Successful candidates will undergo ISH24 training in-house as part of the trainer/assessor onboarding process with ongoing on the job training and professional development opportunities available. 

Skills & Experience:

The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a hands-on role and will possess the following:

• Experience in the performance of Sentry & confined space duties, working at height, gas testing & monitoring, rescue standby and working in accordance with an issued permit.
• Experience in CPR & First Aid support including Advanced First Aid
• Knowledgeable of HSE procedures and the ability to formulate SWMS and TBT 
• High level of organisation, attention to detail and excellent time management skills as a large part of the role will require working autonomously.
• Punctual, reliable, and professional demeanour – always striving to ensure that our clients receive the highest level of safety and customer satisfaction.
• Focussed on providing the critical attention to detail required. 
• Proactive, with a “can do” attitude and great communication skills, both verbal and written
• Sound administration skills for reporting and maintaining accurate site documentation, reports and training records
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Bonus if you have a background in a trade or industry that uses problem solving skill and can use tools

Essential Requirements:

To be the right fit for this role, the successful candidate will have:

TAE40122     Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent

• Ability to deliver training at ISH24 Training Facilities (Bendigo & Goornong) and on client sites across Victoria & interstate.
• Valid driver’s licence (with no restrictions)
• Hold a WorkSafe approved construction induction card (white card)
• Ability to provide clear police check and working with children card
• Australian residency with unrestricted work rights

Desirable qualifications:

• RII30719    Certificate III in Emergency Response & Rescue
• BSB41415  Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

If you hold the above competencies and experience, we look forward to receiving your application via SEEK.

Any questions, please call us on 1300 001 201