Site Supervisor

BWE Drilling Ltd; City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2/2 FIFO roster

Employee referral bonus program

Ongoing paid training

EAP support services

Job summary

BWE Drilling is seeking an experienced Supervisor – Drill & Blast to lead and supervise all drill and blast operations on mining and civil projects in Western Australia. You’ll work hands-on, guiding crews and coordinating with geology, mine planning and production teams to meet schedules and safety targets.

Join a growing national group with strong client relationships, long-term opportunities and a committed safety culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within drill and blast.
• Current and valid driver’s licence (HR licence highly regarded).
• Dual-skilled experience as a Driller and Shotfirer is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience operating T45 and D65 drill rigs.
• Strong commitment to safety with a proactive, safety-first approach.
• Current National Police Clearance with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all drill and blast operations, ensuring activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in line with project requirements.
• Take a hands-on leadership approach, actively supporting and guiding personnel across all drill and blast activities.
• Monitor and maintain accurate daily operational records, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Liaise closely with geology, mine planning, and production teams to coordinate and deliver on blasting schedules.
• Collaborate with the Site Manager and client representatives to ensure project targets, timelines, and performance outcomes are consistently achieved.

Skills

Supervisory drill & blast

HR licence preferred

Driller & Shotfirer experience

Operate T45 and D65 drill rigs

Safety leadership

Police clearance

Job description

BWE Drillingis a leading provider of specialised drilling and blasting services to the Australian mining, exploration and construction sectors.

Through our three specialist business units - Waterwell, Drill & Blast, and Exploration - we deliver safe, efficient and reliable solutions across a wide range of project environments.

The Group employing nearly 300 people across WA, NT & QLD is experiencing strong growth nationally, driven by long-term client relationships, operational capability and a commitment to safety and performance.

Our Business Units

BWE Drilling - Drill & Blast

Our Drill & Blast division delivers full production drilling and specialised blasting services across mining and civil projects. Services are designed to achieve high productivity while minimising impact on surrounding environments and active operations.

BWE Drilling - Exploration

Our Exploration division is an established drilling contractor supporting exploration and mining programs with Air Core, Reverse Circulation and Diamond Drilling services. The team works across diverse greenfield and brownfield projects in Australia.

Our Waterwell division specialises in water bore drilling and well services, operating across local government and Tier 1 mining clients in Australia. Projects range from Mine-site water supply to deep artesian bore drilling.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

• Lead and supervise all drill and blast operations, ensuring activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in line with project requirements
• Take a hands-on leadership approach, actively supporting and guiding personnel across all drill and blast activities
• Monitor and maintain accurate daily operational records, reports, and compliance documentation
• Liaise closely with geology, mine planning, and production teams to coordinate and deliver on blasting schedules
• Collaborate with the Site Manager and client representatives to ensure project targets, timelines, and performance outcomes are consistently achieved

What You Bring:

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within drill and blast
• Current and valid driver's licence (HR licence highly regarded)
• Dual-skilled experience as a Driller and Shotfirer is highly desirable
• Demonstrated experience operating T45 and D65 drill rigs
• Strong commitment to safety with a proactive, safety-first approach
• Current National Police Clearance with a clean record

Desired Skills and Experience

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary package
• 2/2 FIFO Roster
• Employee referral bonus program
• Ongoing training and development, including paid offsite training
• Free EAP support services for you and your family