Drill and Blast Supervisor at Hunter Valley Operations

Singleton, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Drill and blast operations, Safety management, Mentoring, Operational planning, Explosives handling, Regulatory compliance, Team management, Communication, Interpersonal skills, Open cut mining, HSEC management

Industry

mining

Description

As a large open cut mining operation in the NSW Hunter Valley, HVO is a workplace where you can unearth opportunities. The opportunity to make a difference in a fast paced and exciting environment. To be empowered, have your opinions valued and your efforts rewarded. The opportunity to take charge of your career, starting with this role. HVO is laying the foundation for the future by investing in equipment, technology and our people so we consistently achieve our goals and contribute positively to the environment and the community. So, we are seeking a confident and enthusiastic person who share our values – Think Sharp, Dig In and Care - to join our high performing team. Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation. Job Description Reporting to the Drill and Blast Superintendent, you will be responsible for providing strong leadership to our drill and blast team to meet production and operational targets whilst maintaining a high level of safety. About the Role We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual with an interest in mining to join our team at HVO. This position provides the perfect development platform – with the opportunity to work with other highly experienced people within the drill and blast teams and OCEs, receive mentoring from Superintendents and Managers in the business, and gain invaluable exposure to a large and dynamic pit. Key responsibilities include: Providing leadership and direction to a team of drill operators, shotfirers, bench-hands and contractors. Mentoring up-and-coming step ups. Fostering an inclusive and positive culture. Maintaining a high level of positive safety performance and workplace culture through teamwork, personal commitment, and application of the company values. Strive to achieve daily and weekly drilling and blasting targets whilst maintaining a high level of safety. Lead the process of handling, transport and storage explosives following HVO procedures. Ensure compliance with all HSEC and legislative requirements Demonstrate a commitment to and reinforce company values Roster and Location Lifestyle Roster Day Shift (5/4) Based on site at HVO North About You Motivated individual, that is able to lead, direct and hold accountable a crew of drill & blast members. Hold a current Worksafe NSW Security Clearance. Open Cut Examiners Certificate of competency (highly regarded) Hold a current NSW Blasting User Explosives License. (highly regarded) Demonstrate knowledge on all HSEC and legislative requirements. Extensive experience and knowledge of open cut mining operations. Proven leadership capabilities and ability to lead a diverse team. Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills. Ability to build and foster strong working relationships with your team and across all departments. Ability to thrive in a fast paced and dynamic working environment Working for us isn’t like working at any old mine. We offer you the opportunity to grow and develop, and to manage your work life balance. Providing you with healthy, safe, inclusive and equal opportunity work environment is our priority. Employee benefits include: minimum five weeks annual leave market competitive salary a safe and enjoyable workplace where everyone is respected valued and empowered structured training and development to support you progress your career education assistance a generous incentive program health and wellness reimbursement program paid parental leave salary sacrificing options private health insurance subsidies Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Did we mention the Hunter Valley offers a great lifestyle close to city services? If you're looking to unearth opportunities, we want to hear from you! Applications close 30th April 2026 Based on site at HVO Hunter Valley Operations Location Working for us isn’t like working at any old mine. We offer you the opportunity to grow and develop, and to manage your work life balance. Providing you with healthy, safe, inclusive and equal opportunity work environment is our priority. Hunter Valley Operations (HVO) produces some of the world’s highest quality thermal and semi-soft metallurgical coal for export. Our operation comprising of HVO North and HVO South – are in Lemington near the NSW Upper Hunter town of Singleton. Considering a career with HVO? Located in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales, HVO employs over 1,300 people including contractors, and offers great career and lifestyle benefits. We move in excess of 120 million bank cubic metres (MBCM) of material per annum with a fleet that includes two draglines and three rope shovels, supported by a fleet of excavators and haul trucks. Our operation contains two Coal Handling Preparation Plants (CHPPs) and two train loadout facilities and produces a combined 14 million tonnes (Mt) of annual output of thermal and semi-soft coal.

Responsibilities

You will provide leadership to the drill and blast team to meet production targets while ensuring a high level of safety. Responsibilities include mentoring staff, managing explosives handling, and ensuring compliance with HSEC and legislative requirements.