Shotfirer - MMU Operator

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

Our quarries business in South Australia is thriving, and as such we are on the lookout for an energetic and team-focussed Shotfirer join our high performing team in Adelaide, South Australia.

The successful candidate will work on a family friendly Monday – Friday roster with sociable working hours, meaning a return to their families and homes safely each evening.

The SA Quarries team is a medium sized, well-led and tight-knit force. who work as powerful unit and have each other's backs. As a valued member of this team you will assist in providing a quality technical Shotfiring service to our South Australian Quarries & Construction customers in a safe and environmentally conscious manner. You will be working closely with Bench Assistants and MMU Operators on site, managing all tasks associated with the loading, tying and firing of blasts.

Our Q&C Shotfirers are technical problem solvers, and also charged with the responsibility of leading our crews, training new employees, and managing complicated blast projects for our customers as and when they arise.

At Orica, we have incredible training and organisational development infrastructure in which to support Shotfirers who wish to take the next step their careers into Technical and Blast Engineering related roles, or Leadership within our large global business.

This is a remarkable opportunity for a Shotfirer to further kick-start a long-term technical blasting career with a truly global market leader.  

What you will be doing

• First and foremost, demonstrating and setting the example of our key company value: 'Safety is our Priority, Always';
• Shotfiring duties including Magazine Management, Managing the loading, tying and firing of blasts, following drill and blast designs;
• Providing leadership and direction to the blast crew;
• Assisting with the training and mentoring of new team members;
• Working in tight unison with all blast crew teammates to provide an excellence in service to our valued customers;
• At all times acting with integrity and respect.

What you will bring

• A positive team-orientated work ethic;
• A current or recent Australian shotfiring license;
• Experience working as an open-cut shotfirer within mining or quarrying;
• A strong commitment to safety.     

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.