Team Leader - Underground (SSO)

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 Team Leader (Operational) at our UG Operation in South Australia. Operating on a 8/6 roster, the team leader is a critical role pivotal in overseeing Bulk Delivery Operations to UG customers directly from the field site, while also providing essential support to other sites within the South Australian Region.

Attending client meetings, performing incident investigations, and playing a key role in developing safety management plans are just some of the duties the Team Leader will perform.

This role can either be viewed as a long-term and secure site-based Supervisory role, or an ideal stepping stone into a Senior Site Supervisor career with Orica.

What you will be doing

• Living and breathing Orica's safety values always and a drive to increase operational discipline. 
• Train, Lead and motivate a highly skilled team of MCU Operators;
• Provide analytical/decision support to Territory manager on continuous improvement plan.
• Coordinate logistics of raw materials, equipment, and MCU Operators / Fitters / Vendors
• Ensuring operational process meets Orica standards and customer's expectations.
• Change management, project management, people management, report generation, prep and conduct customer meetings.
• Maintains professional relationships within Orica and with customers.
• Maintenance and customer training of the Hypercharge units.
• Conduct infield leadership and audits.
• MCU Operation(UG Charging) , Gasser Manufacture and POD Transfers.

What you will bring

• 5+ years of proven UG Charging experience in an operational leadership role.

• Strong fault finding and mechanical aptitude essential;

• Cert IV Trainer Assessor Qualifications (or ability to attain)

• Qualifications in frontline management and project management (demonstrated)
• Knowledge of the UG mining / explosives industry is essential
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal.
• Intermediate to Advanced MS Office Suite Skills Essential.
• Sound knowledge of good operational practices and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated previous experience leading and managing people, assets and customers.  
• High developed computer literacy for day-to-day requirements.
• 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)

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.