• Full time ongoing role available
• Salary from $164K pa to $189K pa + super
• Maitland preferred, however all DPIRD office locations will be considered

As a Senior Mine Safety Officer with NSW Resources, you will play a pivotal role in improving health and safety performance across NSW mines.

You’ll exercise statutory and administrative responsibilities as an appointed government official, ensuring effective risk management and incident prevention strategies are implemented throughout the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Review High Risk Activity notifications and request further information from operators to determine adequacy.
• Collaborate with Mining Engineering inspectors and other specialists across the Resource Regulator.
• Process licences relating to polymerics for use in underground mines.
• Respond to mining engineering and development enquiries and provide expert advice to Resource Regulator personnel on coal mining operations.
• Undertake site-based assessments for mining engineering program plans, including:
  • Verifying that High Risk Activities are conducted in line with proposed controls.
  • Attending coal, metalliferous, and quarry operations for planned assessments.
  • Responding to incidents or emerging issues during rostered shifts.
• Staff the after-hours incident reporting hotline on a rostered basis.

What We’re Looking For:

Ideally, you’ll have tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering and solid, proven management-level experience in an underground coal mine.

You must have:

• A current Class C driver licence.
• The willingness and ability to work weekends, backshifts, and respond to incidents outside normal business hours
• Sound knowledge of mining and/or work health and safety legislation, technology, and best practice.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Why Join Us?

Working for NSW Resources offers a range of benefits and opportunities that make it an attractive place to build your career. You’ll be part of a team that offers:

• Impactful Work
• Professional Development
• A Collaborative Environment
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Supportive Leadership

Ready to Apply?

Submit your (ideally no more than one-page) cover letter outlining your suitability and which role you are interested in applying for, with your resume (ideally no more than three pages) by 11.55pm Tuesday 17 November 2025.

For further information about the role please contact Shane Pegg, Principal Inspector (Mining & Competency) via shane.pegg@dpird.nsw.gov.au or 0436 040 645. You can also download the Role Description.

Please note:

• Compliance with pre-employment probity screening is mandatory for all roles within NSW Resources and is a condition of engagement.
• Appointment and ongoing assignment is subject to the satisfactory participation in ongoing health screening.
• A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to submit an application. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au and a member of the team will contact you for a confidential discussion.

What to expect next

Once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes, all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and/or selection panel. If shortlisted, you may be invited to an interview—this could be in person, over the phone, or via video. You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks, such as a written assessment, skills test, video or psychometric assessment. Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages.

About us: Together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.