Blast Supervisor - Open Cut

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

We are currently seeking applications for the role of Blast Supervisor to be based in Newlands site in Queensland's Bowen Basin!

Operating on an even time 8 days on, 6 days off roster, our On-Bench Supervisors are primarily charged with forming trusted relationships our clients, along with managing a highly skilled team of Shotfirers, MMU Operators, and Blast Assistants from ground level. Attending client meetings, performing incident investigations, and playing a key role in developing  safety management plans are just some of the duties our Supervisors will perform.

This role can either be viewed as a long term and secure site based Supervisory role, or an ideal stepping stone into a managerial career with Orica.

• Live and breathe Orica's safety values at all times;
• Provide analytical/decision support to the Senior Site Supervisor on continuous improvement plan;
• Manage logistics of raw material to site;
• Ensure operational process meets Orica standards and customer's expectations.
• Ability to conform to the legislation requirements in force.

• 3+ years proven experience in an operational leadership role;
• Strong people leadership and management skills; 
• Knowledge of the Drill & Blast process on an Open Cut mine;
• Experience working within or leading a mine or quarry site blast crew;
• Current and valid Heavy Rigid driving license (preferred);
• Intermediate computing skills;
• Decisive: You have the ability and experience in making decisions quickly and soundly;
• Urgency and Energy: You demonstrate requisite urgency coupled with energy to drive consistent and repeatable performance from your teams;
• Ownership: You own the responsibility assigned to you as Supervisor and the deliveries of your team;
• Follow up, consistency and tenacity: You follow up constantly to ensure tasks are delivered on time and to standard;
• Respectful: You are respectful in how you deal with all members of the team and the client;
• Courageous: You have the capability to have courageous decisions when required.
• Safety: You will be demonstrating and setting the example of our key company value: 'Safety is our Priority, Always';

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.