Immediate Start Blast Crew

1 week ago

Mackay, Australia NGARE EMPLOYMENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD Full time

We are on the lookout for experienced, lively, vibrant and eagerBlast Crew to join our growing Platinum family, with permanent fulltime positions available within the Bowen basin.

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, these positions will be offered on a 7:7 even time roster.

Your key responsibilities include:

- Dipping, priming, loading, stemming, and tie-in of blast patterns to achieve daily loading and blasting objectives safely and efficiently
- Ensure the safe, use, storage, security, transport and handling of explosives in accordance with all statutory and company procedural requirements
- Operate ancillary equipment (stemming loader, etc)
- Work together with the entire blast team to meet daily operational targets

You will have:

- Previous Blast Crew or Bench Hand equivalent experience
- Standard 11
- QLD Explosives Security Clearance Card OR ability to obtain one
- Experience in an open-cut mining environment
- RIIBLA201E – Support Shotfiring Operations (desirable)
- A can-do attitude and excellent communication skills
- Fit, healthy, and ready to do the hard yards
- The ability to pass a pre-employment checks inclusive of medicals and national background checks

While we ideally hope you can check most of the boxes below, we understand that not everyone meets every requirement, so we encourage everyone to apply.

Why work for us?

- Even time roster – boosting work life balance
- Competitive salaries on offer
- Long term stable contracts with long standing relationships
- The chance to work with cutting-edge technology and alongside industry experts
- Strong team culture and a dynamic, can-do work environment

Who is Platinum Blasting Services:

We've grown to become one of the leading blasting providers in the Australian mining industry, and we're not stopping there. Our journey of growth continues because of our unwavering focus on making mining easier for our clients.

Our vision isn’t to be the largest; it’s to be the most recommended provider. Whether those recommendations come from our clients, colleagues, suppliers, or investors, each one serves as validation that we’re doing things right.

We don’t stop pushing for better service; it’s a never-ending journey to continuously elevate and rewrite what excellence means.

Fostering Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Platinum Blasting Services is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a safe workplace for all employees.

We celebrate our unique qualities and treat everyone with warmth and respect. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

We believe that diversity in all its forms—whether it be race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, or background—strengthens our team and drives innovation.

We know the real magic happens when we all pitch in, talk openly, share ideas and have each other’s backs. This spirit of camaraderie creates an environment where teamwork and mutual support pave the way.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and working in a culture that embraces differences, we invite you to apply and join us in making mining better.

Please note: All candidates must hold the right to be able to live and work permanently in Australia.

22 April 2025Mackay Queensland, AustraliaFull TimeResources & EnergyMining - Drill & Blast

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