Shotfirer

5 days ago

Perth, Western Australia fmgl Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year
Our Opportunity

Location: Iron Bridge - Fortescue's Iron Bridge project is located on the traditional lands of the Nyamal people.

Roster: 8D 6R FIFO ex Perth or BIBO Port Hedland.

We are currently seeking suitably qualified and experienced Shotfirer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all drill and blast activities are carried out in a safe, compliant, and cost-efficient manner. Reporting to the Drill and Blast Supervisor, you will contribute to the delivery of sufficient quality and quantity of blasted stock for mining and processing.

Key Responsibilities
  • Demonstrate behaviours that align with FMG's values.
  • Comply with Zero Harm principles at all times.
  • Achieve daily operational targets.
  • Carry out duties as directed by the Drill & Blast Supervisory Team.
  • Operate machinery safely and efficiently.
  • Maintain all associated equipment in a safe condition.
  • Ensure drill & blast patterns are executed and maintained to a high standard.
  • Apply techniques and procedures that improve performance and cost efficiency
Qualifications and Experience
  • WA Class C Driver's Licence.
  • Dangerous Goods Security Clearance.
  • Current WA Shotfirer's Licence.
  • Experience operating mobile equipment in the mining industry – desirable.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including effective two-way communication.
  • Knowledge of the Mine Safety & Inspection Act and OHS legislation.
  • Basic computer literacy.
  • Strong time management and organisational skills.
About Us

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

Our Commitment

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

 

Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub. 

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.


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