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Shire Of East Pilbara, Australia Mining Skills Australia Full time
DRILL & BLAST TRAINERS (PILBARA, WESTERN AUSTRALIA )

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DRILL & BLAST TRAINERS (PILBARA, WESTERN AUSTRALIA )

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Category: DIDO FIFO Trainers

Job Type: 12-month Casual Contract Casual

Location: Pilbara Western Australia

About The Opportunity

Mining Skills Australia's Drill & Blast Department is currently seeking experienced, proactive, and adaptable Blast Trainers to join our expanding team at various locations within the Pilbara region.

This is a rare opportunity to bring your extensive on-bench blasting expertise into a training role where you can make a real difference in blasting on the bench. Ideal applicants will have significant experience as a shotfirer in open cut metals or coal environments.

You will be responsible for delivering site-based, practical training and supervision directly on the bench, ensuring safe, efficient, and best-practice blasting operations.

Applicants must demonstrate a high level of communication skills, computer literacy, strong problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work both autonomously and collaboratively with site teams.

Successful applicants must be based in or able to travel to Pilbara, Western Australia.

Mandatory Qualifications Required/What We Are Looking For1010

To be eligible for these positions you must hold:

All Trainers

  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116) or equivalent
  • Certificate IV WHS or auditing qualifications (Desirable)
  • Open "C" Class Manual Licence or above
  • Standard 11 Induction (Queensland only)

Blast Trainer
  • Surface shotfiring licence (desirable)
  • Previous hands-on experience with operator training including safe handling, transport and use of explosives
  • Coach and mentor personnel to promote best practices in blast design, charging, and firing procedures.
  • Conduct on-the-job training and audits to ensure compliance with site safety protocols and legislation.
  • Identify skill gaps and deliver targeted training to support continuous improvement.
  • Stay up to date with explosives legislation, site procedures, and industry innovations.
  • Ability to document and maintain training records.
  • Experience with both electronic and non-electric blasting systems.
  • Basic Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word & Excel).

Key Responsibilities
  • Train and develop production teams with proficiency training
  • Utilise cutting-edge technology to assist in proficiency information capture
  • Maintain and document training records
  • Deliver training with a focus on safety and efficiency
  • Collaborate with teams to enhance skill development
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for training programs

What's On Offer

For all positions we offer the following benefits:
  • Flexible rosters: Various options available dependent on job roles
  • Primarily day shifts (12-hour shifts)
  • Flights and accommodation provided
  • Casual positions long-term (higher pay rate) + super

To apply for this position, please email your CV and cover letter to our onboarding team at: onboarding@miningskills.com.au or apply through our website

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

If you have any queries, please feel free to contact our friendly staff at onboarding@miningskills.com.au.

EMPLOYER QUESTIONS

Your Application Will Include The Following Questions
  • Do you currently have the right to work in Australia?
  • Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
  • Do you have a current Standard 11 induction (Queensland only)?
  • Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?

At MSA, we treat our team as equals and respect everyone. We appreciate and value everyone's support and understand that a diverse workforce accounts for a secure, connected, and productive operating environment.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeContract
Job function
  • Job functionEducation and Training
  • IndustriesMining

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