Drill and Blast Operators

4 weeks ago

Shire Of Ashburton, Australia Rio Tinto Full time
Overview

Drill and Blast Operators – FIFO various Pilbara mine sites with Rio Tinto. Roles include Drill Operators, Blast Operators, Shotfirers, and MPU Operators. FIFO opportunities from Perth, Busselton, Albany, Geraldton, and Broome to support a smooth travel experience. Rio Tinto offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a safety‑driven, inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities
  • Join a safety‑driven team that values inclusivity and teamwork.
  • Operate drill rigs and blasting equipment to support productive mining operations.
  • Coordinate and assist with blasting activities in accordance with safety and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist with daily stock checks and ensuring housekeeping and compliance within magazines and work areas as required for role.
  • Work in a team to meet operational targets and support a safe work environment.
What You'll Bring
  • Commitment to safety and wellbeing of yourself and your team.
  • A valid Australian C Class manual driver's license or higher.
  • A strong team mindset with the ability to work safely and flexibly to meet business needs.
  • For Drill Operators: experience in large‑scale open‑pit mining environments and proficiency operating D65, Pit Viper 271, Sandvik, Cubex, and DML drill rigs.
  • For Shotfirers: valid Shotfirer's Ticket (mandatory) and ability to lead a blast crew, with experience using electronic detonators.
  • For Blast Crew & MPU Operators: experience operating stemming trucks, priming and loading holes, and operating MPU units for ANFO and pumpable products.
What We Offer
  • Permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto with a competitive base salary and annual incentive bonus.
  • Extensive benefits including medical and subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family, and an attractive share ownership plan.
  • Extensive salary sacrifice and salary packaging options, career development and education assistance, and ongoing access to family‑friendly health and wellbeing support.
  • Leave provisions for vacation/annual, parental, sick leave, and cultural leave, with paid parental leave options (18 weeks) to accommodate family needs.
  • Rostered shifts designed to support work‑life balance (examples: 8 days on, 6 off; 8 days on, 6/7 off; 7 nights on, 7 off).
About Rio Tinto and diversity

Rio Tinto is a global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries, focused on responsible practices and opportunities that support the world's transition to a low‑emission future. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and people from diverse cultural backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and respected.


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