On Bench Supervisor

At Orica, it's the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

It's an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity to join our team at the Marulan Quarry Services site as an On-Bench Supervisor / Magazine Keeper.

In this role, you will lead and support a skilled team comprising Shotfirers, MMU Operators, and Blast Assistants. Your responsibilities will include mentoring team members, conducting incident investigations, and managing the explosives magazines at our depot.

This role can either be viewed as a long term and secure site based Supervisory role, or an ideal stepping stone into a Senior Site Supervisor managerial career with Orica.

• Upholding and embodying Orica's safety values at all times.
• Providing guidance and support to the blast crews on site.
• Overseeing the management of explosives magazines at the quarry depot.
• Coordinating the logistics of raw materials to the site.
• Ensuring operational processes align with Orica's standards and meet customer expectations.

• Strong leadership and communication skills;
• In-depth knowledge of the Drill & Blast process;
• Proven experience working with or leading blast crews at mine or quarry sites;
• Current, valid Heavy Rigid (HR) driver's license (essential);
• Intermediate proficiency in computing;
• Familiarity with the Orica 4S system.

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone's contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.