Mining Medicals
Mining Medicals That Meet Site-Specific Standards – Fast, Accurate, Compliant
Every mine site comes with its own set of medical requirements – and we understand just how important it is to get it right the first time.
At Assist Group, we provide comprehensive mining medical assessments that align with your site’s specific standards and paperwork. Whether you're preparing for a new role, conducting routine checks, or supporting a contractor through onboarding, our team is ready to assist.
Book Mining Medicals Today
Let us help streamline your pre-employment process by phoning our medical reception in your location by CLICKING HERE, or submit your details in the contact form at the bottom of this page.
Every mine site carries its own unique medical assessment – as most of the mining community knows.
Assist Group tailors our services with an ability to conduct assessments based off predefined company mining medical paperwork. Forward your specific paperwork to bookings@assist-group.com for an accurate quote.
Mines rescue medical – In addition to your mining medical assessment, Assist Group can perform all the required medical testing for the specific mines rescue medical assessment. Please inform our bookings team if you require this additional component of testing.
We have completed a number of mining medicals in the past for a combination of national and international companies and joint ventures including but not limited to Xstrata, Rio Tinto, Cannington Mine, Peak Gold Mine, Chevron, Incitec Pivot (Phosphate Hill), Monadelphous, Morobe Mining Joint Ventures (in Papua New Guinea).
What’s Included in a Mining Medical?
Wondering what a typical mine medical test involves?
While each assessment is tailored to your site, our standard mining medical may include:
- Audiometry – hearing test
- Vision testing – near, distance and colour
- Spirometry – lung function assessment
- Cardiovascular checks – blood pressure, pulse, heart health
- Musculoskeletal screening – flexibility and joint movement
- Urinalysis – diabetes or internal disorder indicators
- Drug and alcohol testing – saliva or urine screening
- Physical fitness test – tailored to role requirements
- ILO-CXR
Need something more specific? We can also include ECGs, X-rays, manual handling checks, and sub-maximal VO2 assessments based on your company’s mining medical requirements.
Why Choose Assist Group?
- Genuine occupational health specialists – not just a GP add-on
- All assessments completed in one visit
- Verbal result summary after every appointment
- Same-day or next-day medical reports
- Trusted by major mining companies across Australia and the Pacific
Whether you're in metro or regional Australia, we have branches and partner clinics ready to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some quick answers to common mining medical queries.
What is involved in a mining pre-employment medical?
A mining pre-employment medical typically includes hearing, vision, lung function, cardiovascular, and musculoskeletal assessments, along with drug screening and other site-specific requirements.
What are the mining medical requirements in Australia?
Mining medical requirements vary by site but often include audiometry, spirometry, physical health checks, and substance testing in line with WHS regulations and employer standards.
Do I need a mining medical fitness test for every mining job?
Most mine sites require a mining medical fitness test to ensure that workers can safely perform their role. Additional tests may be required for rescue or confined space duties.
How long does a mine medical test take?
The average appointment takes between 45 and 90 minutes, depending on the depth of testing and site requirements.
Where can I book a mining medical near me?
Assist Group has dedicated offices in Adelaide, Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast, Southern Highlands NSW, and affiliate network sites in Perth, Melbourne, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, and more.
Call 1300 475 269 or submit an enquiry using the contact form at the bottom of this page.
Book Mining Medicals Today
Let us help streamline your pre-employment process by phoning our medical reception in your location by CLICKING HERE or submit your details in the contact form at the bottom of this page.