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The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Shotfirer to join the Thiess Drill & Blast Crew for Pembroke Resource's new project in the Bowen Basin - the Olive Downs Complex.
Pembroke Resource's Olive Downs Complex is a greenfield project located 40 kilometres South-east of Moranbah and commenced mining operations in mid-2023.
Thiess has recently been awarded a five-year contract to deliver full-service mining operations, including mine planning overburden removal, drill and blast, load and haul (Autonomous), water management and rehabilitation as well as the construction of the mine infrastructure.
About The Role Working a 7/7 dayshift roster with requirement for night shift when required (additional night shift rate applies) and reporting to the Drill & Blast Supervisor, your duties will include: Magazine management and on-site transport of explosives Managing the loading, tying, and firing of blasts following blast designs Daily reconciliation and reporting of explosives usage Assist with training and mentoring of blast crew members Identifying, communicating and management of hazards within the work area About you By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a new workforce that is focused on developing a strong performance culture and a culture that values everyone's contribution equally.
You will thrive on meeting all goals and challenges, and act with fairness and integrity in all that you do.
To be successful in this role you will bring: A Valid QLD Shotfirer Licence and Drivers' Licence Current Standard 11 Experience using electronic initiation systems Demonstrated compliance with safety and a good knowledge of explosive regulations Operational experience in Mobile Processing Units is preferred Ability to operate a loader, bobcat and stemming truck is desirable What Thiess can do for you Even time (7/7) roster | 12.0hr Days and Nights when required Fully Funded flights from Brisbane to Moranbah and/or Mackay Permanent full-time positions Thiess' commitment to ongoing training & development as part of delivering a modern autonomous mine Health & well-being rewards program through AIA Vitality Salary sacrifice options – flights and novated leasing Individual flexibility arrangements on offer - (Live Local or DIDO) Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products