Alexander Lennon
Muswellbrook,NSW
Summary
Experienced emergency and safety professional with almost 20 years' experience across mining, emergency services and high-risk operational environments. Proven leader in emergency management, risk management, incident investigation, emergency planning, training and safety leadership. Passionate about partnering with operational leaders to improve safety performance, strengthen safety culture and drive continuous improvement while enabling work to be completed safely and efficiently.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Emergency Response Advisor
Harmony Australasia - CSA Mine
Cobar, NSW
06.2023 - Current
- Partner with operational leaders and frontline teams to provide health, safety and emergency management advice across a complex underground mining operation, promoting a proactive and learning-focused safety culture.
- Lead, mentor and develop a 30-member Mine Rescue Team, coordinating training, competency development, emergency exercises and participation in regional and national rescue competitions to build capability, teamwork and operational readiness.
- Lead and facilitate risk assessments, emergency preparedness reviews, incident investigations and post-incident debriefs, identifying systemic improvements using ICAM principles and Human and Organisational Performance (HOP) concepts.
- Develop, implement and review emergency response plans, procedures and critical risk controls to ensure compliance with legislative requirements and industry best practice.
- Coach, mentor and influence leaders, emergency response personnel and employees at all organisational levels to strengthen safety leadership and improve operational performance.
- Coordinate contractor emergency preparedness, site access, emergency response capability, training and compliance across multiple internal departments and external agencies.
- Deliver emergency response training, competency assessments and large-scale emergency exercises, simplifying complex technical and legislative requirements into practical workplace solutions.
- Respond to serious incidents as part of the Incident Management Team, providing strategic advice, coordinating emergency resources and supporting operational decision-making in high-pressure environments.
- Build strong working relationships with regulators, emergency services, contractors and site leadership to continuously improve safety systems, emergency capability and organisational resilience.
Captain/Station Commander
Fire And Rescue NSW
Cobar, NSW
03.2013 - Current
- Lead operational firefighting, rescue and hazardous materials responses, providing strategic leadership and critical decision-making in dynamic, high-risk environments where public and firefighter safety is paramount.
- Managed and mentored firefighters through training, coaching, and performance development, fostering positive safety culture and ensuring operational readiness and compliance with organisational standards.
- Conducted operational risk assessments, implemented effective risk controls, and developed incident action plans for managing complex emergency incidents involving multiple agencies and stakeholders.
- Manage and mentor firefighters through training, coaching and performance development, fostering a positive safety culture and ensuring operational readiness and compliance with organisational standards.
- Facilitated post-incident debriefs and operational reviews, identified lessons learned, and drove continuous improvement through organisational learning and human performance principles.
- Facilitate post-incident debriefs and operational reviews, identifying lessons learned and driving continuous improvement through organisational learning and human performance principles.
- Build strong relationships with volunteer agencies, local government, industry and community organisations to enhance emergency preparedness, interoperability and resilience.
Heavy Diesel Mechanic & Auto Electrician
Harmony Australasia CSA Mine
Cobar, NSW
01.2015 - 05.2023
- Diagnosed and repaired heavy diesel equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventative maintenance on mining equipment to enhance reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues, minimizing downtime during operations.
- Mentored junior mechanics, providing guidance on best practices in diesel technology and safety measures.
Mining All Rounder
Pybar Mining Services
Cobar, NSW
12.2006 - 12.2014
- Operated and maintained a range of underground mining equipment in high-risk environments, following strict safety protocols.
- Worked as part of a close-knit crew on rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.
- Supported loading, hauling, and materials handling activities to meet production schedules.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired underground mine services.
Skills
- Emergency Response & Incident Management
- Emergency response plans
- Hazard identification
- Risk Management
- Safety Leadership
- Incident Command System
- Planning & Coordination
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Incident response
- Teamwork & Collaboration
Accomplishments
- National Emergency Medal recipient.
- Premier’s Bushfire Citation recipient.
- Commissioner’s Unit Commendation for Courageous Action.
- FRNSW Long Service and Good Conduct Medal recipient.
- Supervised strike team operations during 2019/20 Bushfires and 2021 Floods.
- Dual trade qualification – Heavy Diesel Mechanic and Auto Electrician.
Certificates
- Cert IV Emergency Response Coordination (2025)
- Cert IV Work Health and Safety (2025)
- Cert III Emergency Response and Rescue (2023)
- Cert III Automotive Electrical Technology (2023)
- Cert IV Training and Assessment (2020)
- Cert II Automotive Air Conditioning Technology (2020)
- Cert III Heavy Diesel Mobile Plant Technology (2017)
- High School Certificate – Nowra Anglican College (2005)
Qualifications
- Crucial Conversations
- Health and Safety Representative
- ICAM Lead Investigator
- Incident Command and Control Systems ICCS - AIIMS
- Learning from Disasters
- Advanced First Aid
- Mental Health First Aider
- Safe handling and catching of snakes
Timeline
Senior Emergency Response Advisor
Harmony Australasia - CSA Mine
06.2023 - Current
Heavy Diesel Mechanic & Auto Electrician
Harmony Australasia CSA Mine
01.2015 - 05.2023
Captain/Station Commander
Fire And Rescue NSW
03.2013 - Current
Mining All Rounder
Pybar Mining Services
12.2006 - 12.2014