Senior Site Supervisor - QCT

About Orica

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.

About the role

We are delighted to announce that we are inviting applications for the role of Site Manager at our Adelaide Quarries Operation in Adelaide, South Australia. Operating on a Monday – Friday Residential Roster, the Site Manager is a critical role pivotal in overseeing Total Load Services & Bulk Delivery Operations to Quarry customers in South Australia, while also providing essential support to other Orica sites within the South Australian Region.

Being single point of contact for Customers / Quarry Managers,  Scheduling Blasts and Optimising Resources, driving continuous improvement , and playing a key role in developing safety management plans are just some of the Key duties the Site Manager will perform. 

What you will be doing

• Living and breathing Orica's safety values always;
• Scheduling Blasts and coordinating mobilisations for Total Load Services & Down the Hole Services;
• Driving Operational Discipline;
• Live and Breathe Orica's Safety values at all times;
• Lead and motivate a highly skilled team of MMU Operators / Surveyors and Shotfirers;
• Provide analytical/decision support to Territory manager on continuous improvement plan;
• Coordinate logistics of raw materials, equipment, and MMU/MCU / Fitters Operators;
• Ensure operational process meets Orica standards and customer's expectations; and
• Change management, project management, people management, report generation, prep and conduct customer meetings.

What you will bring

• 5+ years of proven experience in an operational leadership role in Drill & Blast
• Knowledge of the explosive’s regulations / industry best practices / shotfiring (essential) 
• Qualifications in frontline management and project management (demonstrated) 
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal 
• Intermediate to Advanced MS Office Suite Skills Essential.
• Demonstrated previous experience leading and managing people, assets and customers.
• High developed computer literacy for day-to-day requirements.
• Sound knowledge of the mining industry (desirable)
• Ability to work unsupervised. Ability to effectively lead and train small groups 
• Experience in system / process / risk improvements 
• Thorough knowledge of Orica Mining Services Operations (preferred) 
• Decisive: You have the ability and experience in making decisions quickly and soundly. 
• Urgency and Energy: You demonstrate requisite urgency coupled with energy to drive consistent and repeatable performance from your teams. 
• Ownership: You own the responsibility assigned to you as Supervisor and the deliveries of your team. 
• Follow-up: consistency and tenacity: You follow up constantly to ensure tasks are delivered on time and to standard. 
• Respectful: You are respectful in how you deal with all members of the team. 
• Courageous: You have the capability to have courageous decisions when required.

What we offer

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.

We respect and value all

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.