This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in surface coal mines, who perform tasks involving a broad range of day-to-day operational activities in their area of responsibility. They are responsible for ensuring a safe work environment by applying the safety and health management system in and around work areas of surface excavation, including monitoring the quantity and quality of output, supervising others, and applying solutions to non-routine problems.

This qualification is certificate IV level which is suitable for people working in Supervisory roles or people who want to be appointed as a Site Senior Executive on a surface mine or quarry employing between 6 and 20 persons. 
People working at this level perform tasks involving a broad range of day-to-day operational activities in their area of responsibility.  They are responsible for ensuring a safe work environment by applying and implementing the safety health management system in and around the work area of the surface operation.  They are responsible for monitoring the quality and quantity of output, supervising others, and applying solutions to non-routine problems.

This qualification is Diploma level and is appropriate for people working in Senior or Statutory positions (superintendents and managers) in the management structure for the mine or people who wish to move into such a role.  

These people are responsible for implementing and maintaining the Safety and Health Management System for the mine.  People working at this level demonstrate the application of a broad range of technical, managerial, coordination, planning, and implementation skills on the job.