MPU Operator

Dyno Nobel Inc.; Moranbah; On-site; AUD 94,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7:7 DIDO roster

Job summary

Dyno Nobel is hiring MPU Operators across North Bowen Basin sites. Entry-level roles offer a starting package from 93,600 AUD, with experienced MPU Operators earning up to 139,360 AUD plus super. You’ll operate a MPU to support safe blasting operations, with a 7:7 DIDO roster and potential night shifts depending on site needs.

The role emphasizes safety, career progression, and a strong team culture, with benefits and training supporting your growth in the mining operations sector.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate MPU operator experience or demonstrated equipment operation on an active blast bench.
• Must hold QLD HR Driver’s License and open or B condition.
• Must have Standard 11 and QLD Security Clearance Card.
• Excellent communication, supportive team member with a positive proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate an Open Cut MPU safely and efficiently for blasting.
• Deliver emulsion-based explosives in line with site contracts.
• Perform basicmaintenance on on-site equipment.
• Complete all required paperwork.
• Work a 7:7 DIDO roster; nightshift may be required.

Skills

HR Driver's License

Open or B Condition

Standard 11

QLD Security Clearance Card

Forklift HRWL License

Excellent communication

Job description

Entry-Level from $93,600| Experienced Operators up to $139,360 + Super

HR Driver / MPU Operator – Opportunities at North Bowen Basin Sites

DIDO Camp | 7:7 Roster – Strong Work-Life Balance

Dyno Nobel our people vision is to unlock our people capability and culture to create safe, inclusive and high-performing teams on the ground. Whether you’re starting out or bringing years of MPU experience, we’ll support your growth every step of the way.

The Role

Reporting to the Area Operations Supervisor, the purpose of this position is to operate an Open Cut MPU in a safe and efficient manner in order to provide a quality product for the purpose of blasting at the site. The MPU Operator will be responsible for the delivery of emulsion based explosives in alignment with the services supplied on site. And with a strong commitment to upskilling and progressing your career throughout the company, you'll be on the fast track to success.

We’re hiring across multiple sites in the North Bowen Basin, with opportunities for:

Entry-level operators looking to break into mining until competent (starting from $93,600)

Experienced MPU Operators ready to step into high-performing crews (up to $139,360)

You’ll work a 7:7 roster (DIDO) with a strong focus on safety, team culture, and career progression. Nightshift may be required depending on site requirements.

In addition, the MPU Operator will also be responsible for:

Safe and efficient machinery operation of a MPU for the purpose of manufacturing explosives.

Delivery of emulsion-based explosives in alignment with the contracted services supplied on site

Basic maintenance on all on site equipment.

Completion of all required paperwork.

What you will bring

It is essential that the successful candidate can demonstrate operational experience as a qualified MPU Operator or demonstrated equipment operation experience on an active blast bench as well as the following:

You must be committed to positively contributing to our safe,inclusive and high-performance culture

Qld HR Driver’s License (Essential) Open or B Condition

Standard 11

Qld Security Clearance Card

Forklift (HRWL) Licence (desirable)

Excellent communication skills, supportive team member with a positive proactive attitudeand flexibility to work across varying sites

Good computer literacy, and aptitude to learn and use site specific software

If you are excited about the role and think you have what it takes but your experiencedoesn’talign100%we still want to hear from you.

Join us and be a part of our explosive team. Let's make learning as fun as a barrel of TNT (safely, of course)!#BlowUpYourCareer #inagoodway

Benefits to you

We are a team focused on safety, inclusion and high performance

18 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer, 3 weeks for secondary carer

Superannuation paid on unpaid parental leave, up to 12 months

Salary packaging options

Confidential employee assistance program

Mental Health and Well-being program

Options to purchase leave (where eligible)

Opportunities for career progression through succession planning and development reviews

Stability - Recent 5 year contract renewal

The Site

The Bowen Basin, boasting Australia's largest coal reserves, is currently home to more than 40 operational coal mines, along with two gold mines and active gas fields. Additionally, numerous exploration and appraisal activities related to gas and coal are ongoing. The Collinsville vicinity is drained in a northward direction by the Bowen River, after which both the river and the basin were named, honouring Queensland's inaugural Governor, Sir George Bowen. Dyno presently provides down-the-hole services across several locations within the Bowen Basin.

This role could be placed at any of our Northern Bowen Basin sites, Coppabella Mine, Moorvale, Goonyella, Peak Downs, Saraji, and Daunia.

About Us

Dyno Nobel is a global expertin commercial explosives, deliveringground-breaking performance through practical innovation.We provide blasting solutions and quality explosives productsto customers in many parts of theworld, playingan important rolein supporting the extraction of the mineralsrequiredto meet the world’s demand for energy,infrastructureand consumer goods.

With a long history of technical innovation and excellence in collaborative partnerships, Dyno Nobel understands our customer needs for today and the solutions they need for their mining operations in the future.

Leveraging diversitythrough inclusion

At Dyno, we believe in the strength of diversity and inclusivity, fostering an environment that is safe,equitable, and embraces differences to enhance performance. We go beyond 'diversity of thought,' valuingpeople froma variety of backgroundsandencourage applicants from diverse identities. Our commitment extends to helping our team excel at work while achieving a harmonious work-life balance. To support this, we offer a range of work styles and a paid parental leave policy, ensuring our team thrives both personally and professionally.

What our employee’s say

Everyone has been very helpful and welcoming, really enjoying the training making sure we are confident before doing anything on our own.

About our process

Our recruitment process typically involves a teams or face to face interview, Reference checks (time to name-drop your biggest fans) and a medical check. It may also include a site visit and psychometric testing.

We value diversity, equity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring a welcoming experience for all candidates. We encourage you to share any support or adjustments you need to be at your best during our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs may be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, please get in touch at*******@dynonobel.com

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