Shotfirer - Drill & Blast

Rippling, Inc.; Middlemount; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7/7 roster

Competitive remuneration

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Foxleigh Mine is seeking an experienced Shotfirer to join the Drill & Blast team at our open-cut coal operation in Queensland. Reporting to the Drill & Blast Supervisor, you will be responsible for safe, compliant and efficient blasting across the mine.

Key duties include handling explosives, preparing blast patterns, loading charges, and maintaining exclusion zones. The role requires 3–5 years as a Shotfirer, a current Shotfirer’s Licence, and strong hazard/risk management skills with solid

Qualifications

• Current Open C Class Driver's Licence.
• Current Queensland Shotfirer's Licence.
• Standard 11 Surface Coal Induction.
• Current Coal Mine Workers' Health Assessment.
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience as a Shotfirer within an open-cut coal mining operation.
• Strong understanding of blast design execution and explosives storage, transport and security requirements.
• Strong hazard identification, risk management and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle, transport, store and use explosives in accordance with legislative, statutory and site requirements.
• Prepare blast patterns and inspect drill holes in accordance with approved blast designs.
• Safely and efficiently load explosives and conduct blast tie-ins, circuit testing and firing activities.
• Maintain blast exclusion zones and ensure all personnel are accounted for prior to firing.
• Conduct pre-blast and post-blast inspections and report blast outcomes.
• Maintain accurate explosives inventory, security and statutory blasting documentation.
• Ensure blast equipment is inspected, maintained and fit for purpose.
• Work closely with Technical Services, Mining Supervisors, Blast Crew and contractors to ensure effective blast preparation and execution.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents and improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on blast quality, safety and operational performance.
• Demonstrate behaviours aligned with Foxleigh Mine's values of No Games, Be Resourceful, Care & Respect, Deliver Together and Challenge the Norm.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Hazard identification

Risk management

Problem-solving

Education

Open C Class Driver's Licence

Tools

Queensland Shotfirer’s Licence

Standard 11 Surface Coal Induction

Coal Mine Workers’ Health Assessment

Job description

About Foxleigh Mine:

Foxleigh Mine is an established open-cut coal operation located in Queensland's Bowen Basin, approximately 15 kilometres south of Middlemount and 275 kilometres northwest of Rockhampton. Since commencing operations in 1999, Foxleigh has built a strong reputation for producing premium low volatile PCI metallurgical coal, a key ingredient in steel manufacturing supplied to customers around the world.

For 25 years, Foxleigh Mine has built its success on the strength of its people and the values that unite us. Every day, we deliver together collaborating across teams, supporting one another and taking ownership of our commitments to achieve shared goals. We encourage our people to challenge the norm, bringing fresh thinking and practical solutions that make our operation safer, smarter and more efficient. Being resourceful, taking initiative and striving for continuous improvement are part of how we work. Above all, we lead with care and respect - for our colleagues, our communities and the environment in which we operate. We value authenticity, openness and trust. No games - just genuine people working together to create positive outcomes and ensure the continued success of Foxleigh Mine.

Shotfirer

The Role

Foxleigh Mine is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Shotfirer to join our Drill & Blast team. Reporting to the Drill & Blast Supervisor, you will be responsible for the safe, compliant and efficient execution of blasting activities across the mine operation.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Safely handle, transport, store and use explosives in accordance with legislative, statutory and site requirements.
• Prepare blast patterns and inspect drill holes in accordance with approved blast designs.
• Safely and efficiently load explosives and conduct blast tie-ins, circuit testing and firing activities.
• Maintain blast exclusion zones and ensure all personnel are accounted for prior to firing.
• Conduct pre-blast and post-blast inspections and report blast outcomes.
• Maintain accurate explosives inventory, security and statutory blasting documentation.
• Ensure blast equipment is inspected, maintained and fit for purpose.
• Work closely with Technical Services, Mining Supervisors, Blast Crew and contractors to ensure effective blast preparation and execution.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents and improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on blast quality, safety and operational performance.
• Demonstrate behaviours aligned with Foxleigh Mine's values of No Games, Be Resourceful, Care & Respect, Deliver Together and Challenge the Norm .

About You

• Current Open C Class Driver's Licence.
• Current Queensland Shotfirer's Licence.
• Standard 11 Surface Coal Induction.
• Current Coal Mine Workers' Health Assessment.
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience as a Shotfirer within an open-cut coal mining operation.
• Strong understanding of blast design execution and explosives storage, transport and security requirements.
• Strong hazard identification, risk management and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

What We Offer

• 7/7 roster - rotating day and night shifts.
• A strong focus on safety and positive workplace culture.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Exposure to a broad range of mining operations and technical activities.
• The opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted*