Technical Services Engineer

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 thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity at our Kansanshi site for a Technical Service Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Future Shaper in the explosives industry, this role is crucial in supporting customer Technical Services requirements. It emphasizes Product Stewardship, delivering measurable value to customers, and ensuring sustainable revenue for Orica.

What you will be doing

Adhering to & being proactive in site safety promotion

Developing Customer Technical Relationship

Customer needs and business development opportunity identification

Analysing blast measurements and assessing performance against a baseline

Preparation of differentiation product and services offerings

Managing product / service implementation projects

Developing case studies, Product application stewardship

Training and accrediting customers in Orica courses

Ensure optimal performance and reliability of products and systems

Training and mentoring for Blast Technicians

Operations personnel and Graduates

What you will bring

Critical:

Degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline

Blasting Certificate and Knowledge

Well-developed understanding of mining processes and key drivers

Competent with general drill & blast designs

Competent in pre and post blast measurement and assessment techniques

Good communication skills

Preferred:

Logical progression from Blasting Engineer

Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in the mineral resources industry, preferably through multiple sites and commodities

Project Management

Drill & blast execution experience

Ability to undertake complex blast designs and troubleshoot customer concerns

Able to risk assess different blasting approaches

Adept at using Orica software and tools

Certificate 4 in training and assessing

How you shape and influence others

Possess unquestioned reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character

Builds the trust of others both internally and externally

Demonstrate innate business intellect, achievement orientation and competitive spirit

Exude confidence, self-aware and open to feedback

Show courage to make decisions, yet is patient to make the right ones

Model resilience and flexibility; adapts well to new circumstances and adversity

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.