Shotfirer - West Angelas

Action Drill & Blast is the leading integrated drilling and blasting contractor in Australia.We have a positive team culture based on our core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork and Innovation and we provide our employees with a safe and friendly work environment.We are currently seeking applications from experienced Shotfirers for our new civil project at West Angelas with Rio Tinto on a 2&1 roster starting at the beginning of August 2024.We Offer:

• Multiple long-term mining projects
• Quality new equipment
• Well-supported projects
• Strong investment in training
• Quality ISO9001 organisation
• Loyalty Bonus
• Commencement Allowance
• Superannuation on all hours worked
• Supplier Employee Benefits program
• Membership benefits of Paraplegic Benefits Fund
• Income protection insurance.

You will:

• Inspect blasting areas for conditions affecting the shot
• Co-ordinate equipment and people to deliver the blast to firing time
• Be familiar with a range of non-electric and electric blasting products and bulk products
• Understand the timing for quality results
• Management of the magazine and stocktakes
• Co-ordination of signage, clearance, and notification for the blast
• Oversee the on-the-job training and safe work compliance of the shot crew members
• Communicate professionally with supervisors, engineers and client
• Safe use, transport, and handling of explosives on site

Experience required:

• More than 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Current Unrestricted Shotfirer’s Licence
• Current Dangerous Goods Security Clearance
• Australian C Class Drivers licence, with the ability to achieve HR licence within 6 months.
• White Card

Desirable:

• Recently Rio Tinto inducted

Action Drill and Blast is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we strongly support diversity in our workforce. Applicants from a wide sector of the community, including women and indigenous cultures, are encouraged to apply.To apply for the position, you must provide a current resume with at least three contactable referees. Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application.