Blast Operator

6 months ago


Perth, Australia Fortescue Metals Group Full time

Country/Region: AU- State: WA- City: Perth- Job ID: 4572**About Us**:

- Fortescue is both a proud West Australian company and a global green solutions business. We are recognised for our culture, innovation and industry-leading development of infrastructure, mining assets and green energy initiatives._

**Our Opportunity**:
**Work location**:Eliwana - Fortescue’s Eliwana mine is located on the traditional lands of the Puutu Kunti Kurrama people.

**Roster**:8D/6R - FIFO ex Perth

We are currently seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Blast Operator, responsible for ensuring drill and blast activities are conducted in a safe and cost-efficient manner.

Reporting to the Drill and Blast Supervisor, the position will also be required to provide sufficient quantity and quality of blasted stock for mining or processing.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Demonstrate behaviour that aligns with Fortescue values
- Comply with Zero Harm principles daily
- Meet daily operational targets
- Perform all duties as directed by the Drill & Blast Supervisory Team
- Operating machinery in a safe and efficient manner
- Ensuring all associated equipment is maintained in a safe condition
- Ensuring Drill & Blast patterns are kept to a high standard
- Using techniques and procedures that improve performance and cost efficiencies

**Qualifications and Experience**:

- WA Class C Driver's Licence
- Dangerous good security clearance
- WA Shotfirer's Licence (Desirable)
- Mobile equipment operation in mining industry - desirable
- Communication/ interpersonal skills - two-way operation
- Knowledge of Mine Safety & Inspection and OHS Act/Regs
- Basic computer skills
- Time management skills

**Our Commitment**:


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