Trainee Blast Crew Operator

Orica Limited; Railton; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Orica’s Trainee Blast Crew Operator role is based in Railton, Tasmania. This entry-level position focuses on learning blasting product delivery, MMU operations, and site safety while supporting shotfirers and the operations team.

You will gain hands-on experience in equipment checks, material handling, and blast area preparation within a safety-first, outdoor quarry environment.

Qualifications

• Safety-focused and willing to learn new skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in quarry environments.
• Licence or willingness to obtain Heavy Rigid license and Dangerous Goods licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMUs) for blasting product delivery.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings and on-the-job training.
• Assist with equipment checks, basic maintenance and outdoor manual tasks.
• Support shotfirers with preparation, priming and stemming.
• Ensure safety for yourself, your team and customers at all times.

Skills

Safety focus

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Physical outdoor work

Mechanical aptitude

Heavy Rigid license

Dangerous Goods license

Tools

Heavy machinery safety procedures

Job description

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Trainee Blast Crew Operator

Date: 21 Oct 2026

Location: Railton, TAS, AU, 7305

Company: Orica

About Orica

About the role

Kickstart your career with Orica as aTrainee Blast Crew Operator based in Railton, Tasmania.

This is an entry-level opportunity to build practical skills in bulk explosives delivery and quarry services, working alongside experienced operators and shotfirers to support safe and reliable blasting activities at customer sites. You'll receive hands-on training in the operation of Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMUs), equipment checks, handling and loading of materials, and the preparation of blast areas.

The role is hands-on and primarily outdoors, working as part of a site crew in quarry environments that can include uneven ground, dust and varying conditions. As your capability develops, you'll gain exposure to MMU operations, basic mechanical fault finding, quality checks and blast preparation activities such as priming and stemming, all while working to Orica's safety and operating standards.

It's a great opportunity for someone looking to start and develop a career in blasting and quarry operations, with structured on-the-job learning and exposure to experienced team members.

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.