Drill & Blast Coordinator

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Roster : 8 D6 R FIFO ex Perth Reporting to the Drill and Blast Superintendent, our Eliwana operation is seeking a suitably qualified, highly experienced Drill & Blast Coordinator.
This position will be responsible for the coordination of equipment and people to meet or exceed drill and blast plans in a safe and efficient manner.
Key Responsibilities Safety Provide visible safety leadership by demonstrating safe behaviours all the time and displaying Fortescue values Update safe work instructions to ensure efficient operating practises Provide and maintain safe systems of work in drill and blast operational areas Ensure that handling and storage of explosives and blasting activities are complied to WA Dangerous Goods Safety Act and Fortescue Explosive and Blast Management Plans Proactively participate in Occupational Health and Safety activities and consultation processes across Drill & Blast Operations Production Provide input into mine planning processes to ensure drill and blast plans are achievable and allow for efficient drill and blast operations.
Communicate with Mine Control, Drill and Blast Engineers, Quarry Managers, and Mining Superintendents/Supervisors to execute the daily drill & blast plans Manage effective utilisation of the Drill and Blast Fleet Provide input to operations planning to maximise output and ore recovery at lowest cost over life of mine.
Manage and Lead improvement projects within the drill and blast team People Coach Drill & Blast Supervisors and Leading Hands to ensure that plan conformance and targets are achieved Display Fortescue Values all the time by leading team members by example Compliance with Fortescue Code of Conduct behaviours Communication with internal and external stakeholders to achieve the best possible outcome Qualifications and Experience Substantial experience in a Drill and Blast Supervisor or Senior Drill and Blast Engineer role at a large-scale mining operation that utilises a drill fleet of mixed size and capabilities Exposure to Fleet Management systems (Epiroc Surface Manager, Fortex, Minestar or similar) Substantial exposure to drill and blast cavity management process Strong leadership and interpersonal skills WA Quarry Managers Certificate of Competency desirable but not essential Substantial knowledge of WA Mine Safety and Inspection Act and Regulation Working experience of SAP, BMS- or similar data and reporting systems About Us Be part of something big.
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