Experienced Open-Cut Shotfirers

Blastcon Pty Ltd; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Meals provided

Work-related travel included

Uniform and PPE supplied

Job summary

Blastcon Australia is seeking experienced Opencut Shotfirers to join our expanding drill and blast operations across Townsville, Charters Towers and North Queensland. This full-time opportunity offers a safe, supportive environment and the chance to contribute to high-quality blasting in a busy mining context.

You will work predominantly DIDO with roster arrangements varying by project, perform blast planning, preparation, charging, initiation and firing, and maintain accurate records in line

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' hands-on Shotfirer experience in quarrying, construction or hard rock mining.
• Current Queensland Shotfirer's Licence (unrestricted).
• Current Queensland Explosives Security Clearance (QESC).
• Current manual driver's licence.
• Extensive practical knowledge of opencut drill and blast operations and firing procedures.
• Ability to interpret and execute blast plans accurately and safely.
• Strong understanding of explosives legislation, safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team with strong communication and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, interpret and execute blast plans per procedures.
• Perform blast preparation, charging, stemming, tie-in, initiation and firing.
• Safely handle, transport, store and use explosives and equipment per site requirements.
• Conduct pre-blast inspections, risk assessments and post-blast activities.
• Monitor blast design, QA/QC and environmental parameters.

Skills

Shotfiring

Autonomous work

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Explosives handling

QA/QC

Plan interpretation

Tools

Electronic initiation systems

Drone operation

Job description

Blastcon Australia is seeking experienced and qualified Opencut Shotfirers to join our expanding drill and blast operations across Townsville, Charters Towers and North Queensland.

We are looking for highly capable, motivated professionals with extensive hands-on experience who can hit the ground running and confidently contribute to our operations from day one.

This is a full-time opportunity to join a rapidly growing organisation, where your technical expertise, practical experience and commitment to safe, efficient blasting practices will be highly valued.

Positions are predominantly DIDO, with roster arrangements varying depending on project requirements.

About the Role

Blastcon Australia is seeking experienced and qualified Opencut Shotfirers to join our expanding drill and blast operations across Townsville, Charters Towers and North Queensland.

We are looking for highly capable, motivated professionals with extensive hands-on experience who can hit the ground running and confidently contribute to our operations from day one.

This is a full-time opportunity to join a rapidly growing organisation, where your technical expertise, practical experience and commitment to safe, efficient blasting practices will be highly valued.

Positions are predominantly DIDO, with roster arrangements varying depending on project requirements.

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare, interpret and execute blast plans in accordance with operational requirements and approved procedures.

• Undertake all aspects of Shotfirer operations, including blast preparation, charging, stemming, tie-in, initiation and firing.

• Safely handle, transport, store and use explosives and associated equipment in accordance with legislative and site requirements.

• Conduct pre-blast inspections, risk assessments and post-blast activities.

• Monitor blast design, QAQC and environmental parameters to ensure blasting activities meet operational specifications.

• Conduct Shotfirer operations in accordance with current industry best practices and safety standards.

• Maintain accurate blasting records, operational documentation and compliance reporting.

• Identify and communicate opportunities to improve blasting efficiency, productivity and safety.

• Work collaboratively with the Drill & Blast Supervisor, blast crew and wider mining team to achieve operational objectives.

What We're Looking For

We are specifically seeking experienced Shotfirers who can work confidently, independently and efficiently within an established drill and blast team.

To be considered, you MUST have:

• A minimum of 5 years' recent, hands-on Shotfirer experience within quarrying, construction or hard rock mining operations.

• A current, unrestricted Queensland Shotfirer's Licence.

• A current Queensland Explosives Security Clearance (QESC).

• A current manual driver's licence.

• Extensive practical knowledge of opencut drill and blast operations, including blast preparation, charging, initiation systems and firing procedures.

• Proven ability to interpret and execute blast plans accurately and efficiently.

• Strong understanding of explosives legislation, safety regulations and industry best practices.

• Strong understanding of dilution control, fragmentation and sensitive area blasting.

• The ability to work autonomously, demonstrate initiative and contribute effectively within a team environment.

• Strong communication, problem-solving and organisational skills.

• A proactive commitment to workplace safety, risk management and operational excellence.

• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening.

• Ability to provide recent, relevant employment references.

Highly Regarded:

• Experience in blast design, surveying and QAQC processes.

• Experience with electronic initiation systems and modern blasting technologies.

• Drone pilot licence and relevant operational experience.

• Excavator, skid steer and front-end loader competencies.

What We Offer

At Blastcon Australia, we recognise the value of experienced professionals and are committed to providing a supportive, safety-focused work environment.

We offer:

• Competitive remuneration reflective of experience and qualifications.

• Full-time employment with long-term opportunities.

• A range of family-friendly, equal-time roster arrangements, dependent on project requirements.

• Predominantly DIDO opportunities across North Queensland.

• Accommodation, meals and work-related travel provided.

• Company-supplied uniforms and PPE.

• A supportive and experienced operational team.

• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.

• The opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing drill and blast organisation.

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced Opencut Shotfirer who takes pride in delivering safe, efficient and high-quality blasting operations, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for proven experience, practical expertise and professionals who are ready to make an immediate impact.