Open Pit Shotfirer – Blasting Specialist, FIFO Role

Pilbara Minerals Limited; Marble Bar; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly incentive bonus

Employee share scheme

Gym and facilities at Pilgangoora

Job summary

Pilbara Minerals Limited is seeking a dedicated Shotfirer for our Pilgangoora operation, with a permanent full-time role on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth. You will carry out open pit blasting safely, strictly following blast requirements, with responsibility for magazines and post-blast checks.

You will join a team committed to safety, performance and a positive workplace culture as we advance the company’s aims in lithium production. WA licence and DG clearance are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year’s experience as a Shotfirer in an open pit mining environment.
• WA Shotfirer’s Licence is required.
• Experience with Explosives Information System (EIS) is preferred.
• Dangerous Goods Security Card is required.
• Current HR Driver’s Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Load and fire blast holes according to the blast plan to prep ground for production mining crews.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs for designing, charging and firing open pit blasts as an appointed Shotfirer and Magazine Keeper.
• Report hazards and ensure a safe working environment.
• Account for all explosives and assist with magazine and shot reconciliations.

Skills

Shotfirer experience

WA Shotfirer Licence

EIS experience

Dangerous Goods Security Card

HR Driver’s Licence

Job description

Pilbara Minerals Limited is seeking a dedicated Shotfirer for our Pilgangoora operation, with a permanent full-time role on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth. You will carry out open pit blasting safely, strictly following blast requirements, with responsibility for magazines and post-blast checks.

You will join a team committed to safety, performance and a positive workplace culture as we advance the company’s aims in lithium production. WA licence and DG clearance are essential.