Operator - MMU

Orica Limited; Railton; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Orica Limited in Railton, TAS is hiring a Trainee Blast Crew Operator to start your career delivering blasting products and supporting quarry services. This entry-level role offers hands-on training alongside experienced operators and shotfirers in a safety-focused environment with clear opportunities for progression.

You will learn to operate mobile manufacturing units (MMUs), participate in safety talks, assist with maintenance, and help with shot preparation while developing practical skills

Qualifications

• Strong safety focus and willingness to learn.
• Integrity, reliability, and a team-oriented attitude.
• Adaptability to changing outdoor environments.
• Mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Licences such as Heavy Rigid or Dangerous Goods are preferred, or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMUs) for blasting product deliveries to customer sites.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and on-the-job training.
• Assist with equipment checks, basic maintenance, and outdoor quarry work.
• Support shotfirers with shot preparation, priming, and stemming.

Skills

Safety conscious

Willingness to learn

Team player

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

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Operator - MMU

Date: 3 Aug 2026

Location: Railton, TAS, AU, 7305

Company: Orica

About Orica

About the role

Kickstart your career with Orica as a Trainee Blast Crew Operator in Railton!

This entry-level role is designed for individuals eager to learn and develop skills in bulk explosives delivery and quarry services. You’ll work alongside experienced operators and shotfirers in a safety-focused environment, with clear opportunities for career progression and ongoing development within Orica.

What you will be doing

• Learn to operate Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMUs) for delivering blasting products to customer sites;
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and on-the-job training;
• Assist with equipment checks, basic maintenance, and manual labor in outdoor quarry environments;
• Support shotfirers with shot preparation, priming, and stemming;
• Ensure safety for yourself, your team, and customers at all times.

What you will bring

• Strong safety focus and willingness to learn new skills;
• Integrity, reliability, and a team-oriented attitude;
• Adaptability to changing environments and physical outdoor work;
• Mechanical aptitude (preferred);
• Heavy Rigid driver’s license and/or Dangerous Goods licence (preferred, or willingness to obtain).

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.