AddressPilbara Minerals is the leading ASX top 50 listed pure-play lithium company, owning 100% of the world’s largest, independent hard-rock lithium operation. Located in Western Australia’s resource-rich Pilbara region, the Pilgangoora Project and Operation produces a spodumene and tantalite concentrate. The significant scale and quality of the operation has attracted a consortium of high quality, global partners.
Through execution of Pilbara Minerals growth and diversification strategy, it is positioned to become a major player in the rapidly growing lithium supply chain, underpinned by increasing demand for clean energy technologies such as electric vehicles and energy storage as the world pursues a sustainable energy future.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Our Mining Production department has created 6 new Drill & Blast opportunities as part of our continuing business growth. As such, we’re currently looking for motivated Drill & Blast Quality Assurance (QA) Technicians.
As a valued member of our Drill & Blast team, you’ll be primarily responsible for drill hole Quality Assurance and record-keeping; delivering objectives in a safe and efficient manner.
This is a permanent full-time position on a FIFO 8/6 roster from Perth
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Checking drill holes for Quality Assurance.
- Accurately recording drill depths and any anomalies (recording Dip Data before and after loading).
- Setting out drill holes, marking re-drills, and backfilling.
- Assisting Surveyors and D&B Engineers, as well as our contracting partners.
- Communicating with Supervisors regarding clean-up of drill patterns.
- Inspection of work areas and equipment for hazards, malfunctions, and damage.
- Assisting with other duties as instructed by the D&B Superintendent.
ABOUT YOU
- Blast crew, shot firing or Drilling experience in a hard rock open-cut mining environment preferred but not essential.
- Experience in date/record-keeping with strong attention to detail.
- A flexible approach to work and helping others, including operating other machinery and regular hot seating activities.
- A strong focus on safety and best practices within the mining industry.
- The ability to work 12-hour shifts.
- A current and unrestricted WA Driver’s licence; HR preferred.
- You enjoy being part of a collaborative team and you’re passionate about achieving goals together.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive Salary
- Monthly cash bonus based on lithium pricing, PLUS
- Annual incentive based on company performance, paid in cash or cash/share combination
- Career growth opportunities
- Great accommodation and recreational facilities
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Community Leave
- Take a front row seat in the sustainable energy transformation!
WHAT WE STAND FOR
- Great people
- Think, do, achieve
- Safety matters
- Quality products
- Valuing our partners
- Making a difference in the world
PROMOTING DIVERSITY
Pilbara Minerals recognises that talented people come from diverse backgrounds, who can contribute to our successes in different ways. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly recommend women and Australian indigenous people to apply.
OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS
As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.
Shortlisting will commence immediately.
We respectfully request agencies not to forward unsolicited resumes unless requested.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Pilbara Minerals respectfully acknowledges the Nyamal and Kariyarra People of the Pilbara, and the Whadjuk Noongar People of the Perth region who are the traditional owners and first people of these lands. We would like to pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of the Nyamal, Kariyarra and Whadjuk Noongar Peoples.
Interested to learn more about Pilbara Minerals or registering for future opportunities visit our website www.pilbaraminerals.com.au
