Blast Operator

Fortescue Metals Group; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company located in Southwestern Ontario is seeking a qualified Blast Operator. This role is crucial for conducting safe drill and blast activities while ensuring quality stock for mining. Key responsibilities include adhering to safety principles, operating machinery efficiently, and maintaining equipment. Candidates should possess a WA Class C Driver's Licence and a current WA Shotfirer's Licence. The company values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Possess a Current WA Shotfirer's Licence.
• Hold a WA Class C Driver's Licence.
• Have dangerous goods security clearance.
• Experience in mobile equipment operation is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with Mine Safety & Inspection and OHS Act/Regs.
• Basic computer skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate behaviour that aligns with company values.
• Comply with Zero Harm principles daily.
• Meet daily operational targets.
• Conduct duties as directed by the Drill & Blast Supervisory Team.
• Operate machinery safely and efficiently.
• Maintain all associated equipment in safe condition.
• Ensure high standards of Drill & Blast patterns.
• Use techniques to improve performance and cost efficiencies.

Skills

Communication/interpersonal skills

Mobile equipment operation

Knowledge of Mine Safety & Inspection

Basic computer skills

Education

Current WA Shotfirer's Licence

WA Class C Driver's Licence

Dangerous goods security clearance

Job description

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Fortescue’s Eliwana mine is located on the traditional lands of the Puutu Kunti Kurrama people.

Roster: 8D/6R - FIFO ex Perth

We are currently seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Blast Operator responsible for ensuring drill and blast activities are conducted in a safe and cost-efficient manner.

Reporting to the Drill and Blast Supervisor, the position will also be required to provide sufficient quantity and quality of blasted stock for mining or processing.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate behaviour that aligns with FMG values
• Comply with Zero Harm principles daily
• Meet daily operational targets
• Perform all duties as directed by the Drill & Blast Supervisory Team
• Operating machinery in asafe and efficient manner
• Ensuring all associated equipment is maintained in a safe condition
• Ensuring Drill & Blast patterns are kept to a high standard
• Using techniques and procedures that improve performance and cost efficiencies

Qualifications and Experience

• WA Class C Driver's Licence
• Dangerous good security clearance
• Current WA Shotfirer's Licence (highly regarded)
• Mobile equipment operation in mining industry – desirable
• Communication/ interpersonal skills -two-way operation
• Knowledge of Mine Safety & Inspection and OHS Act/Regs
• Basic computer skills

About Us

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

Our Commitment

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified.Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.