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Trainer – Risk Redi

Quest Exploration Drilling (PNG) Ltd is a leading drilling services company with extensive experience supporting mining and exploration operations across Papua New Guinea. QED is committed to delivering safe, efficient, and high – quality drilling services to its clients, while maintaining strong operational standards and a focus on workforce capability, accountability, and performance.

QED (PNG) Ltd is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Trainer – Risk Redi to join our Resource Redi team based in Lae. The Trainer will be responsible for delivering high-quality Risk Redi training, competency assessments, workplace coaching and mentoring across QED's operational sites, travelling from the Lae base when and where training support is required.

• Position: Trainer – Risk Redi
• Location: LAE & QED Various Project sites
• Department: HSEQ/ Resource Redi
• Reporting to: Training Coordinator/Resource Redi Coordinator
• Employment Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Risk Redi training through classroom, workshop and workplace-based learning environments.
• Travel to QED operational sites when required to conduct training and workplace-based learning.
• Facilitate Risk Redi Mining, Construction, Oil & Gas and related risk management programs.
• Conduct competency assessments, workplace observations and practical assessments.
• Facilitate hazard identification, risk assessment and emergency response exercises.
• Provide workplace coaching and mentoring to supervisors, frontline leaders and operational teams.
• Support the implementation of risk management and safety improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate training, assessment and competency records.
• Review and improve training resources and assessment materials.
• Ensure training activities meet applicable legislative, organizational and client requirements.
• Deliver face-to-face and virtual training as required.

Additional Requirements

• Current driver's licence.
• Based in Lae or willing to be based in Lae.
• Willingness and ability to travel to QED operational sites when and if required.
• Ability to work in remote, industrial and operational environments.
• Ability to meet site induction, medical fitness and other site-access requirements.
• Ability to work flexible schedules in line with operational and training requirements.

Skills & Experience required:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in mining, construction, oil & gas, resources or heavy industry environments.
• Demonstrated experience conducting workplace risk assessments, inspections and audits.
• Experience developing and implementing safety management systems and critical risk controls.
• Experience facilitating emergency response exercises and incident investigations.
• Proven experience delivering adult education and workplace-based training programs.
• Experience working with frontline supervisors, operational teams and management personnel.
• Practical knowledge of Australian and PNG safety and risk management frameworks.

Preferred Industry Background

Candidates with substantial operational experience in any of the following will be highly regarded:

Surface Mining | Underground Mining | Mineral Exploration | Drilling Operations | Construction & Civil Infrastructure | Oil & Gas Operations | Manufacturing & Processing Facilities | Emergency Services | Mine Rescue.

Qualifications:

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent).
• Diploma or advanced qualification in Work Health and Safety, Risk Management, Emergency Management, Leadership, Training, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated competency in one or more of:
  • RIIRIS301E – Apply Risk Management Processes
  • PMAOMIR650 – Manage a Crisis
  • PUAMAN006 – Manage and Facilitate Change
  • Emergency Management and Incident Response programs
• Current First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011 or equivalent).

Desirable:

• Certificate IV or Diploma in Work Health and Safety.
• Emergency Response and Rescue qualifications.
• Incident Investigation qualification, such as ICAM.
• Lead Auditor qualification for ISO 45001, ISO 14001 or ISO 9001.
• Formal qualifications in Risk Management, Business Continuity or Crisis Management.

Why join QED?

QED Offers the opportunity to work within a reputable and established drilling contractor supporting major operations across Papua New Guinea. This role is suited to a highly qualified and experienced Trainer -Risk Redi professional looking to contribute to a high-performing and safety-driven operational team.

How to apply?

Applications can be emailed to: [email protected] Note to combine all documents into a single PDF file when submitting.

• Application Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of Relevant qualifications, licenses and supporting documents
• Contact details for at least three (3) referees

Our Address:

Quest Exploration Drilling (PNG) Ltd PO Box 1538 Lae, Morobe Province

Application Close: 30^th November 2026

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.