Operations Superintendent - Blasting

• Take on a pivotal role and lead a growing team across QLD
• Work for a global industry leader in blasting operations 
• Permanent, full-time role | Competitive rem package + car

About the position

At Enaex Australia, our customers are at the heart of everything we do, we have an unwavering focus on Zero Harm and a commitment to environmental sustainability.

We are seeking an experienced Operations Superintendent to oversee and organise the daily processes of our Bowen Basin operations teams. Reporting to Regional Operations Manager – East, you will provide effective leadership, planning, and resources to achieve project zero harm, safe systems of work, quality, performance, financial objectives, and operational targets. 

In this role, you will be critical in developing and managing the on-site relationship with our clients’ representatives. You will motivate, inspire, and keep your people safe and well whilst growing in leadership skills, and operational and commercial acumen. Accordingly, travel is required to our sites in the Bowen Basin and surrounding regions.

We invite and strongly encourage applications from candidates located in the Bowen Basin and surrounding regions, with ad-hoc travel to our Brisbane office.

Core accountabilities include:

• Demonstrate and provide effective leadership to enable the successful implementation and maintenance of safe systems of work for relevant operational sites
• Develop and manage client relationships with a view of promoting Enaex Australia
• Maintain focus on operational performance
• Drive a strong safety culture 
• Ensure site personnel have appropriate knowledge, skills and competencies
• Continually strive to improve P&L in line with project costs, forecasts and budgets
• Identify workplace issues and resolve them in a timely manner in accordance with ER/HR policies, standards and procedures
• Keep abreast with technical skills updates and best practices
• Work collaboratively and foster relationships with key stakeholders 
• Promote a culture of continual improvement throughout the operations team

Essential requirements

• Extensive experience in Mining/Drill and Blast Operations
• Demonstrated positive safety leadership skills and safety behaviour
• Effective people management experience and skills
• S1, S2, S3, G1, G2 Certifications
• Strong organisational, communication and planning skills
• Intermediate level of computer literacy and the ability to analyse data
• Knowledge, experience or training in Risk Management
• Ability to develop strong, long-term relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment

Desirable requirements

• Relevant tertiary education
• TAE Certification
• Relevant Industry RII’s – MPU Operations / Shotfiring

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package with company car 
• Permanent position working Monday to Friday
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Supportive, friendly team within a great working environment
• An overriding commitment to Zero Harm 
• Opportunity to work for a global company
• Growth and development opportunities within a growing organisation
• Great Employee Benefits Program saving on ‘cost of living’ expenses
• Novated leasing and deals on Ford vehicles
• Flight Centre discounts and benefits for your next holiday!
• Access to a variety of wellbeing resources through our EAP service provider, LifeWorks (including exclusive offers to retailers and brands!)

How to apply

Click ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply now’ to take you to our application form through our Careers’ website. 

If you don’t tick all the boxes but are in the process of growth and think this is the right move for you, please apply - we are happy to discuss options.

Who we are

Enaex is a world leader in the production of industrial-grade ammonium nitrate and the most important provider of integrated rock fragmentation services in Chile and Latin America. Enaex has a broad international presence operating in and exporting explosives and services to more than forty countries globally.

Enaex Australia has more than 20 years of experience in blasting services in both open-pit and underground mining, operating nationally across Australia, providing services across multiple commodities including iron ore, gold, and coal. The company services the market with a fleet of Mobile Processing Units, five state-of-the-art emulsion-manufacturing facilities and a fast-growing 300+ strong workforce. Enaex Australia is part of Enaex S.A. (“Enaex”), a subsidiary of the Sigdo Koppers Group. 

At Enaex, our approach to hiring and promoting talent is grounded in merit. We assess individuals for roles based on their qualifications, skills, experience, and alignment with our company culture and values. We deeply value the advantages that diversity brings to our workplace, embracing differences in gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We invite individuals from all backgrounds to apply and be a part of our dynamic team.

Please note:  You must have the right to live and work permanently in Australia.

For further information about the role, please email ***************@enaex.com.au.