Operator Blast
South32
ABOUT SOUTH32
South32 is a globally diversified mining and metals company. Our purpose is to make a difference by developing natural resources, improving people’s lives now and for generations to come. We are trusted by our owners and partners to realise the potential of their resources.
ABOUT WORSLEY
Are you looking to be home every night? If so, this is your opportunity to live, work and play a short drive from jarrah forests, stunning coastlines, scenic trails and the food and wine heartland of the west.
Located in the picturesque south-west and Peel regions of Western Australia, South32 Worsley Alumina is on a journey to become the world’s leading Alumina producer where our 1500 workforce value the lifestyle that Worsley Alumina has to offer.
Our integrated Bauxite Mine, Alumina Refinery and Port Operation is creating the essential products needed for a sustainable low carbon future.
WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS
- Competitive salaries including Short-Term Incentive Bonus
- Additional employer superannuation contributions which depend on the level of employee contributions you choose.
- Participation in the Employee Share Plan
- Flexible working arrangements and industry leading parental leave and family care policy
This role will report to the Supervisor Drill & Blast. As the Operator Blast the purpose of this role is to execute blasting operations activities according to the Operations and blast Plan within the requirements of the standards and operating procedures provided.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Primary responsibilities are to:
- Control and Monitor quality parameters of blasting activities.
- Execute the blasting activities according to the schedule and only where competent to do so.
- Work with all required explosive products and associated tools and equipment, as defined by the operations standards and operating procedures.
- Understand the purpose and functionality of critical controls relevant to work tasks of the production execution sub-function and work to the prescribed performance standards and controls.
- Review and update plans and equipment history and communicate status to appropriate parties.
- Maintain accurate records as required to control the use of explosives.
- Provide on job training and mentoring to operator blast trainees.
Location
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Boddington |
This role is based at the Boddington Bauxite Mine located a short drive from the community of Boddington (10 minutes), Pinjarra (50 minutes) and the City of Mandurah (1 hour). This is DIDO position as there is no accommodation available on site. Surrounded by magnificent jarrah forests, pristine beaches and world-famous wineries, you will live and work in one of the most beautiful regions of Western Australia and still be home each night. |
ABOUT YOU
- Demonstrated oral and written english language proficiency.
- Hold a current ‘C’ class license.
- Understand the concept of continuous improvement.
- Have been awarded all primary, secondary knowledge qualifications where applicable.
- Be eligible to obtain a Dangerous Goods Security Card. (DGSC)
- Meets defined behavioral expectations.
OUR CULTURE
At South32, our people are fundamental to our success. We’re focused on creating an inclusive workplace, with the right people in the right roles, who are engaged, empowered, and appropriately rewarded. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
Please note: This advertisement will close on the 27th December 2023.
