Experienced Shotfirers Assistant

Programmed; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Programmed Energy and Resources is seeking Experienced Shotfirer Assistants for a leading mining client in the Lower Hunter Valley, NSW. The role involves assisting shotfirers, dipping and tying shot patterns, priming and loading blast holes, and maintaining drill hole records.

Work is in the elements, with safety as a priority. Roster includes Monday to Friday with an RDO (4 day week) and 10.5 hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Safe and productive work ethic.
• Experience in open cut mining preferred.
• Current Driver's Licence required.
• Security Clearance (UHL) or willingness to obtain at own cost.
• Must pass Order 45 Health assessment and D&A test.
• Able to pass a police check.

Responsibilities

• Working out in the elements
• Assisting Shotfirers
• Dipping and tying shot patterns
• Priming and loading blast holes
• Maintain records of drill holes

Skills

Safe and productive work ethic

Proven experience in open cut mining

Driver's Licence

Security Clearance (UHL)

Order 45 Health assessment

D&A test

Police check

Job description

Programmed Energy and Resources is currently seeking Experienced Shotfirer Assistants for one of our leading mining clients in the Lower Hunter Valley.

Roster:

• Monday to Friday with an RDO - 4 day week
• 10.5hr Shifts
• Superannuation paid on all rostered hours
• Ongoing opportunities
• Work with a great team that is committed to your safety and is a market leader
• Opportunities for upskilling

About your new role:

• Working out in the elements
• Assisting Shotfirers
• Dipping and tying shot patterns
• Priming and loading blast holes
• Maintain records of drill holes

About you:

• Safe and productive work ethic
• Proven experience in an open cut mining environment is preferred
• Hold current Drivers Licence
• Already hold a Security Clearance (UHL) or be willing to obtain at own cost
• Able to undergo and pass Order 45 Health assessment and D&A Test
• Able to undergo a police check

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Who we are

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At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.