About OricaAt 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.About the roleWe are delighted to announce that we are inviting applications for a Magazine Keeper/Assistant Shotfirer position in our Western Australian Quarries Business.There has never been a better time to join our Perth Quarry Services Team. With several long-term contracts in Western Australia now signed and underway, and more exciting new business ventures to come shortly, this area of our business really is buzzing with excitement.This is a chance to secure a stable and long-term role with the global market leader in blasting. At Orica, we have incredible training and organizational development infrastructure in which to support Shotfirers, Surveyors, Operators and Blast Crew members who wish to take the next step in their careers into Technical and Blast Engineering related roles, or Leadership within our large global business.Based in Western Australia's South West, on a Monday - Friday work week, our Shotfirers Assistants form part of a well-oiled, united, highly performing, and supportive team of blasting professionals.As a valued member of our quarrying teams, you will assist in always providing a quality service to our Western Australian Quarries Customers in a safe and environmentally conscious manner. You will be working closely with Shotfirers, Surveys, Bench Assistants and MMU Operators on site, managing all tasks associated with loading, tying and firing.The position involves early starts (sometimes 3:30 - 4:00 am).Location: The towns/area that would be a preferable option of the place of residency are as follows and outlined on the map below.
- Preston Beach
- Binningup/Myalup
- Yarloop/Waroona
- Lake Clifton/Herron
- Harvey
This really is an incredible opportunity to change career and develop an exciting career path with a company who genuinely supports your ambitions.What you will be doing
- Assistant Shotfiring duties including Magazine Keeping, Delivery of Inventory;
- Ensures raw materials and dangerous goods are used, handled and stored according to requirements of the SDS;
- Performs other ancillary duties including relief at other locations, consistent with level of competence as reasonably instructed by the supervisor;
- Interacts with Client representative and employees;
- On bench auditing & excellence compliance;
- Working in tight unison with your teammates to provide an excellence in service to our valued customers;
- Daily administration and customer interactions;
- Demonstrating and setting the example of our key company value: 'Safety is our Priority, Always;
- At all times acting with integrity and respect.
- Magazine Keeping / Inventory experience;
- An excellent, positive and team-based attitude;
- Shotfirer's ticket (desirable);
- DG's - Explosive License/ DG Security Card (desirable or eligible to obtain);
- HR Unrestricted license (desirable or eligible to obtain);
- Self-Starter;
- Must Like Driving.