Explosives Reserve Officer

We have a permanent appointment available at the McLarty State Explosives Reserve near Yarloop.Be part of a small supportive team and help with the smooth operation of our reserve.Explosives storage facilities are an important infrastructure for the State’s mining sector, they provide highly secure areas and suitable locations for the storage and manufacture of packaged explosives, including fireworks.Would you like to work in a genuinely exciting, flexible and friendly work environment, which offers its people a range of benefits, to help support you and get the best results possible for our community. Then the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS) is for you!Here at DEMIRS we value diversity and appreciate every individual’s perspective, bringing together a diverse and inclusive workforce to drive innovation and success. So, if you’re an innovative and forward-thinking individual who values collaboration and wants to contribute to the next big discovery in the mining sector, protecting our workers’ health and safety, protecting tenants and consumers, transforming energy supply and emissions, whilst rolling out new technology to deliver excellent customer service and achieve success, then DEMIRS is the agency for you.The roleWorking with the Explosives Reserve Manager you assist to coordinate all operations, visitors and contractors at a Government Explosives Reserve.You will conduct general maintenance work at the reserve, whilst maintaining a high level of safety and security at all times.You will also assist in:

• monitoring and maintaining security and safety of the site.
• maintaining the safe working procedures.
• induction training for users of the facility.
• investigating and reporting on unusual occurrences incidents and accidents.

Please refer to the Job Description Form (JDF) attached for further information regarding the position, including any specific requirements, capabilities and pre-employment checks which will be assessed as part of the selection process.While this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies (permanent, fixed-term, full-time or part-time) within the department for the next 12 months.Further informationPlease contact Eric Gruber, Manager Dangerous Goods on (08) 9358 8037 or via email or visit . You can also keep up to date on DEMIRS achievements and activities by following us on .How to applyWe ask for you to provide a detailed resume outlining your key achievements, work history, education and professional development and covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following points:

• Demonstrated ability to carry out maintenance work at a reserve including use of a tractor mowers and power tools.
• Relevant or transferable knowledge and experience in the explosives or mining industry or explosives legislation and explosives manufacture storage use or transport and the associated hazards.

This position is based near Yarloop, this small historical town in the Southwest of Western Australia along the South Western Highway, between Waroona and Harvey.In the attached Applicant Information Pack, we offer further information on how to apply and the range of incentives offered to employees who work with DEMIRS. If you have any questions about employment conditions or the application process, please contact Uma Maregouni, Senior Human Resource Officer on (08) 9222 3129 or email .To submit your application, click on the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. You will be asked to complete several questions, before attaching your resume and covering letter.Supporting diversity and inclusionDEMIRS is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome all to apply, however, preference may be given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people of diverse sexualities and youth. This helps us ensure our workforce is diverse, effective and forward thinking, and is supported by the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA).We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2023-2024 by Diversity Council Australia. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusionReasonable adjustments will be provided during our recruitment processes and in the workplace so you can fully participate.CLOSING DATE: 4.00 pm on Friday, 17 May 2024 (WST)Please ensure you allow yourself sufficient time to lodge your application online; as applications that are in progress or submitted after this time will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to ensure your application is submitted on time.We look forward to receiving your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to join our team.