MPU Operators
1 day ago
About the Role:
- Monday to Friday roster - enjoy work-life balance and be home every night
- Coal Long Service Leave Scheme - secure your future with long-term benefits
- Progressive growth opportunities - be part of a company that invests in your development
AECI is gearing up for exciting new opportunities on the horizon, we're looking for skilled and safety-focused MPU Operators to join our Blast Services team with multiple positions on offer.
Based on-site in the Hunter Valley, working a Mon-Fri roster, you'll be responsible for the safe and efficient loading, transport, and delivery of explosive products directly to blast holes.
Reporting to the Blast Services Supervisor, you'll be the frontline face of AECI, ensuring product stewardship, equipment reliability, and strong customer relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Champion safety by completing Take 5s and attending pre-shift meetings
- Operate MPU units to manufacture and deliver bulk explosives
- Mentor and assess trainee operators on plant and equipment use
- Support preventative maintenance and equipment reliability
- Assist with raw material planning and delivery coordination
- Build and maintain strong relationships with site personnel and customers
What you will bring:
- 2+ years' experience in MPU operations
- Current HR licence
- Current or the ability to obtain a NSW Explosives Security Clearance
- Ability to obtain a NSW Dangerous Goods driver's licence
- Knowledge of pumping systems and ANE manufacturing (desirable)
- Understanding of open-cut mining legislation (desirable)
- Strong work ethic and customer-first mindset
- Commitment to AECI's Zero Harm values and safety culture
About Us
AECI Limited is a JSE Listed, global, mining services provider operating on six continents providing products and services to a broad spectrum of customers including mining, water treatment and infrastructure sectors.
The Australian subsidiary is a leading developer, producer and supplier of commercial explosives, initiating systems and blasting services for mining, quarrying and construction customers.
Why Join Us?
Whilst working as an MPU operator on site you will be eligible to participate in the Black Coal Long Service Leave scheme.
AECI offers an inspiring environment where passionate, dynamic and ambitious people can develop to their full potential. At AECI, we acknowledge that our success as a business is dependent on the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and hence strive to maintain a culture where employees have the necessary tools and support to succeed and grow within their field.
AECI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and endeavours to attract and recruit the best possible applicants by assessing all applicants according to their skills, knowledge, qualifications and capabilities.
Further Information
You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job. You will be required to meet AECI's Health and Safety standards which includes a pre-employment medical assessment and a National Police Clearance.
