From July 25th to July 27th, SETS Enterprises attended the ‘Skillswest Careers & Employment Expo’, Western Australia’s largest careers and employment event. Held at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, this annual Expo drew over 8,000 students, jobseekers, and career changers eager to explore a wealth of opportunities.

 

Engaging with Future Talent

Over the course of three days, attendees had the chance to connect with over 160 organisations, including educational institutions, course providers, and employers. The event provided a platform for visitors to gain valuable career advice, discover emerging job trends, and explore various training options.

Our team at SETS had the pleasure of engaging with numerous students who were keen to learn more about careers in emergency response and rescue. We focused on discussing three primary career paths within this field:

 

Emergency Response Team Member (ERT)

(Onsite volunteer)

HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
Working Towards RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue

• Inspecting, testing, and maintaining emergency response equipment
• Familiarisation with emergency response procedures
• Attend emergency response training
• Participate in post incident debrief
• Reporting workplace hazards
• Respond to mine site emergencies, including:
  • Vertical and Confined Space Rescue
  • Hazardous Materials Spills
  • Search and Rescue
  • First Aid Response
  • Road Crash
  • Fire

 

Emergency Services Officer (ESO)

(Employed)

HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue

• Arrange and organise servicing and repair of emergency response equipment
• Conducting audits, inspections, and other relevant mine site duties
• Plan, conduct, and report on emergency response training
• Review and amend emergency response procedures
•  Conduct safety interventions and interactions
• Participate in emergency planning meetings
• Arrange and undertake patient transport
• Participate in incident investigations
• Conduct drug and alcohol testing
• Lead post incident debriefs
• Supervise ERT when responding to mine site emergencies, including:
  • Vertical and Confined Space Rescue
  • Hazardous Materials Spills
  • Search and Rescue
  • First Aid Response
  • Road Crash
  • Fire

 

Medical Emergency Services Officer (MESO)

(Employed)

HLT41120 Certificate IV in Health Care
RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue

• Injury management, inclusive of paperwork, liaising with patients, physios, doctors, and the human resources department
• Providing medical clearances to potential employees and return-to-work employees
• Arrange and organise servicing and repair of emergency response equipment
• Plan, conduct, and report on emergency response training
• Mental health assessments and recommendations
• Participate in emergency planning meetings
• Undertake random drug and alcohol testing
• Arrange and undertake patient transport
• Administering flu vaccinations
• Lead post incident debriefs
• Supervising mine site emergencies and providing medical care, including:
  • Vertical and Confined Space Rescue
  • Hazardous Materials Spills
  • Search and Rescue
  • First Aid Response
  • Road Crash
  • Fire

 

These roles are critical in ensuring safety and managing emergencies, and we were excited to share insights on how students can pursue these impactful careers.

 

Looking Forward

The Expo not only provided a glimpse into diverse career opportunities but highlighted the importance of informed career planning. At SETS, we’re committed to supporting the next generation of emergency responders and helping them embark on a journey that makes a difference.

If you’re looking to begin a career in Emergency Response and Rescue, or keen to explore our various training courses available, head to our Courses page or book a career discussion with our friendly SETS team.