Drill and Blast Operations Manager

6 days ago

Perth, Western Australia beBeeOperations Full time $140,000 - $180,000
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Drill and Blast Operations Manager to join our team. Located near Southern Cross, this role is offered on a FIFO 8/6 roster from Perth or a DIDO roster from surrounding towns.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure effective utilisation of personnel and equipment to meet production plans and targets.
  • Communicate drill and blast requirements at pre-start meetings.
  • Coordinate work-crew responsibilities, ensuring employees are aware of changes and are competent to carry out tasks.
  • Ensure all employees understand and comply with Health, Safety and Environmental procedures.
  • Provide technical advice and expertise on Drill & Blast operations and deliver training and guidance to personnel as required.
  • Carry out blast notifications and clearances.
  • Monitor shift performance to ensure drill and blast targets are met and take appropriate action to maintain targets.
  • Report significant deviations from drilling and blasting plans to the Project Manager in writing on the shift report.
  • Ensure the transport of blasting materials is conducted in accordance with statutory regulations in a purpose-designed vehicle.
  • Carry out accident/incident investigations as required.
  • Liaise with the Workshop Manager to plan scheduled maintenance activities.
  • Undertake scheduled audits and inspections of magazines and facilities.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Unrestricted shotfirers ticket.
  • A demonstrated track record of fostering safety in the workplace.
  • Proven experience as a Drill & Blast Supervisor, leading and mentoring teams effectively to drive performance outcomes.
  • Extensive experience in open pit mining within a Nickel, Copper, Gold, Lithium or Iron ore background is highly regarded.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to build relationships across the team and departments.

Benefits
  • Permanent full-time positions
  • Full camp facilities provided
  • Thiess's commitment to training & development
  • Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing
  • Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products
  • Referral bonus program

About Us

We partner with clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance.

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