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Trainee Underground Charge Up Operator | WA Underground Mines ex Perth | 8/6 FIFO

Orica
1 hour ago
Full-time
On-site
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
No Experience FIFO Jobs, Entry Level FIFO Jobs, 8/6 FIFO Jobs, FIFO Drill and Blast Jobs, FIFO Underground Mining Jobs

About the Role

Orica is taking on Trainee Underground Charge Up Operators for its Perth based Underground Western Australia Mining Services team, which supports several underground operations across the state. The positions run on an 8/6 FIFO roster out of Perth, with accommodation and meals on site while you are rostered on. You do not need any previous explosives or charge up experience to apply.

Key Responsibilities

  • Learn safe blasting and charge up practices and help prepare and load blast holes
  • Assist with tying in blasts alongside experienced Shotfirers and Operators
  • Learn to run the specialised vehicles, equipment and blasting systems used in the role
  • Work with your crew to deliver safe and reliable blasting services to Orica's customers

About You

  • A real interest in building a long term career in mining and blasting
  • A strong commitment to safety and a willingness to learn
  • An HR heavy rigid licence, or the ability to get one, is useful but not essential
  • Able and willing to work in a remote underground environment on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth

What's on Offer

  • 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth
  • Site accommodation and meals while on roster
  • A competitive salary (figures not stated in the ad)
  • Development pathways into Technical Services, Blast Engineering and leadership roles

About Orica

Founded in 1874, Orica is a global leader in mining and civil blasting with a team of more than 15,000 people worldwide, and it is investing in digital and automated mining technology.

Apply directly on Orica's careers site using the apply link on this listing.