Shotfirer

1 week ago

Perth, Western Australia Thiess Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Work with a team of the best

With a global business, we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.

About the role

As our next Shotfirer, to proudly represent our Blast Crew, you will live for challenges and thrive on the variety of work available. Like all of us at Thiess, you're passionate and energetic person, that appreciates responsibility, recognition and reward. Located in the Shire of Yilgarn, on a 14/7 FIFO roster, you will thrive on meeting all goals and challenges, and act with fairness and integrity in all that you do.

Yilgarn Iron Ore Project includes the sites of Koolyanobbing, Windarling and Parker Range. The Yilgarn region has a long history of iron ore mining and is located in the Shires or Yilgarn and Menzies with ore being railed to Esperance Port for export. The productive mining areas are located on the land of the Marlinyu Ghoorlie Native Title Group.

In this role, you will have:

  • Prepare, load and detonate explosives in accordance with safety regulations and blast designs
  • Conduct pre-blast inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards
  • Collaborate with drillers and supervisors to execute accurate blast patterns
  • Maintain and secure explosives, ensuring proper storage and handling
  • Complete and maintain accurate blast reports and documentation
  • Monitor environmental conditions to minimize impact from blasting activities
  • Ensure the blast area is cleared and secured before detonation

About you

To be considered for these opportunities you are required to have:

  • Minimum 2 Years' experience in drill and blast operations
  • Nonel or Electronics experience
  • Current Dangerous Goods Security Card
  • Current Shot Firer Licence
  • Current Drivers Licence (manual essential)
  • HR Licence (advantageous)
  • Knowledge of explosives and blasting techniques
  • Strong communication skills

What Thiess can do for you

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

About us

At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We're focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

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How to apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

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