Mine or petroleum site operator notification

Before operations begin at a mine or petroleum site, the mine or petroleum site holder must notify the Regulator of the operator.

To notify the Regulator of an operator, you need to submit a completed Appointment and notification of operator of a mine or petroleum site form (DOCX, 83.18 KB).

For more information, view the Appointment and notification of mine operator guide (PDF, 187.64 KB) or Appointment and notification of a petroleum operator guide (PDF, 179.78 KB).

Who can be a mine or petroleum site operator?

This may be the mine or petroleum site holder themselves or another person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) appointed by the mine or petroleum site holder to operate the mine or petroleum site.

How do I appoint a mine or petroleum site operator?

To appoint a mine or petroleum site operator, you need to submit a completed Appointment and notification of operator of a mine or petroleum site form (DOCX, 83.18 KB). You will need to provide details of the operator you are appointing and they will need to make a declaration that they agree to the appointment.

What if a mine or petroleum site operator’s contact details change?

A mine or petroleum site operator must notify the Regulator of any change to the operator’s contact details by submitting a completed Change of contact details of operator form (DOCX, 65.6 KB). Notification must be given as soon as practicable (and no later than 28 days) after the change.