Shotfirer

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

Are you ready to bring your shotfiring skills to a team that values safety, precision, and professional growth? We’re looking for a motivated and experienced Shotfirer to join our crew at Kurri Kurri Quarry Services, in a full-time role with a Monday to Friday schedule—giving you the stability of consistent hours and your weekends free.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in executing safe and effective blasting operations, working alongside a supportive team of professionals. You’ll be responsible for generating loading and initiation designs, carrying out blasts, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and contributing to continuous improvement on site.

What you will be doing

• Champion our core Company value: “Safety is our Priority, Always.”
• Utilise Orica’s SHOTPlus blasting software to produce blast designs including loading, initiation and exclusion area designs.
• Provide leadership and direction to the blast crew
• Operate MMU trucks and associated blasting plant equipment with diligence and precision.
• Provide expert shotfiring services in accordance with safety and operational standards.
• Support preventative maintenance across all relevant plant and machinery.
• Participate directly in the delivery of explosive products into pre-drilled blast holes.
• Collaborate closely with team members to deliver outstanding service to our valued customers.

What you will bring

• Hold a current BEUL, demonstrating full compliance and capability in handling explosives
• Possess current UHL Security Clearance, ensuring readiness for secure and sensitive operations
• Bring over 1 year of hands-on shotfiring experience, with a strong focus on safety and precision
• HR Licence is a bonus, offering added flexibility in vehicle operation (not essential)
• Equipped with strong computer skills to support efficient planning, reporting, and communication

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.