Engineer/Rep - Technical Services

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

The Blasting Engineer provides engineering support in the management, storage, handling, and use of explosives on site, through control and auditing of regulatory compliance with explosives-related requirements in accordance with company policies. 

What you will be doing

Verify the blast design for each shot to ensure, as far as reasonably practicable, that no danger arises when the blast is initiated.
Ensure that explosives are stored, handled, and used in a manner that does not pose any risk to the health and safety of people on or off site, and immediately escalate to project managers anything that could negatively affect this.
The Blasting Engineer determines the hazard zone in consultation with the Project Manager and police authorities.
Ensure that an appropriate written blast specification is prepared for each blast and approved by the Project Manager.
Ensure that blasting rules related to the storage, handling, and use of explosives are followed.
Ensure that the equipment and accessories used for blasting are suitable and safe, and that site conditions are in accordance with the blast specifications before work with explosives begins.
Ensure that unsafe equipment and accessories are taken out of use immediately.
Ensure that only authorized persons carry out work with explosives and that they are authorized in writing by the Ministry of the Interior.
Where applicable, verify the electrical integrity of the firing system or circuit to minimize the risk of misfire.
Ensure that a second check of all surface/subsurface connections is conducted to confirm they are still connected before being covered.
Ensure that unauthorized persons are not allowed within the hazard zone.
Check the status of all guards before the blast.
Ensure that all blasts are initiated from a safe location.
Inspect the face and certify that no misfires have occurred after the waiting period is completed.
Ensure that adequate ventilation is provided on site during the charging process.
Ensure that sufficient ventilation is available to remove harmful gases after blasting.
Ensure that the Safety Officer conducts periodic gas monitoring after blasting and records gas levels.
Monitor and audit compliance with explosives regulations in accordance with company policy.

Your qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or a related field.

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year of relevant professional experience in the mining industry or similar roles.

Language:

Intermediate to advanced English proficiency (B2 level or higher).

Availability:

Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally.
Flexibility to adapt to different shift schedules based on operational needs.

Key Competencies:

Strong adaptability to dynamic and operational environments.
Teamwork and results-oriented mindset.
Proactive attitude and willingness to continuously learn.

How you shape and influence others

* Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
* Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character       
* Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal & communication skills
* Self-aware and open to feedback 
* Work effectively across business unit
* High level decision making ability
* Able to manage multiple tasks within deadlines and work independently 
 

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.