Shotfirer

We are seeking a qualified Shotfirer with extensive hands-on experience to join the blast crew at Mount Thorley Warkworth (MTW).

**About the Business**:

- **Permanent role**:

- **Be based at Yancoal Mount Thorley Warkworth**:

- **Work for a well renowned, national company**

We are Australia’s largest pure-play coal producer generating over $10 billion in Foreign Direct Investment; owning, operating or participating in coal mines across NSW, Queensland and Western Australia.

Owned and Operated by Yancoal Australia, Mount Thorley Warkworth (MTW) is an open cut mine that provides the opportunity to live and work locally. Located 15 kilometres south-west of Singleton in the beautiful Hunter Valley region of New South Wales, MTW relies on both dragline and load haul systems for their continuous operations. The MTW Mine is the largest open cut operation in the region, employing approximately 1,450 people who reside in the local and surrounding communities.

**Job Tasks and Responsibilities**:
Reporting to the Blast Supervisor you will be responsible for the safe and productive conduct of blasting operations on your crew.

**Skills and Experience**:
To be successful in the role you must display the following skills and attributes:

- A current NSW Security Clearance;
- A current NSW Blasting Explosives Users Licence;
- Experience in blasting operations using electronic initiation systems in an open pit coal mine environment;
- A proven track record with regard safe and productive operating practices;
- Ability to meet the requirements of this role with regard to working outside;
- A positive and proactive attitude;
- A current NSW Manual Driver’s licence.

**Benefits**:
Yancoal provides a range of benefits to appeal to the diverse needs of our employees. The following benefits are available to eligible employees:

- 20 weeks paid primary carers parental leave with no waiting period
- Discounted private health insurance
- Study assistance
- Flexible work arrangements
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to financial education and banking discounts
- Salary packaging including novated leasing and remote area benefits
- Service recognition rewards
- Discounts program including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants

**Applications Close: 22 December 2024.**

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