Shotfirer

at  Glencore

LAST UPDATED

27/01/2025
Welcome to Glencore Coal Assets Australia contractor job and onboarding system.Job Description

THE ROLE

An opportunity exists at our open cut operation for a Shotfirer with a proactive attitude, strong work ethic and teamwork skills. Reporting to the Blast Supervisor, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring safe and efficient blasting practices;
• Perform dipping, backfilling, loading and firing of blast holes while monitoring compliance with site procedures, environmental and government regulations;
• Monitor the mining environment, check post/drilling/blast areas to make sure safety regulations are met;
• Follow all site procedures, blast management plans and manage MMU time on bench performance.
• Conduct explosives magazine stock-takes.

To be successful in this role, you will have;

• Blasting Explosives User’s Licence and an Security Clearance or Unsupervised Handler’s Licence (only candidates with current licenses will be considered);
• Understanding of NSW Coal Mining & OH&S Statutory obligations;
• Previous shot firing experience in an open cut coal mine