MMU Operator (HGV 2)

Orica; Newtownards; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

A global mining services company in Newtownards seeks a full-time MMU Operator (HGV 2). Responsibilities include operating MMUs, handling explosives, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will be physically fit, maintain integrity, and be willing to occasionally stay overnight at other sites. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Willingness to spend occasional nights away to cover leaves at other sites.
• Unquestionable reputation for integrity.

Responsibilities

• Operating/Driving MMUs and ensuring equipment prestart compliance.
• Performing MMU calibration and quality control compliance.
• Conducting basic fault finding and repairs.
• Handling explosives and assisting Shotfirers with shot preparation.
• Measuring holes.
• Stemming holes and operating ancillary equipment.
• Ensuring safe driving and TMP compliance.
• Using, handling, and storing raw materials and dangerous goods.
• Minimizing environmental damage through waste control.
• Reporting all unusual incidents and accidents.
• Participating in daily toolbox talks and monthly safety meetings.
• Maintaining personal training against the Orica training matrix.
• Performing ancillary duties and assisting clients.

Skills

Physically fit

Integrity

Tools

Valid ADR card

Job description

Overview

Orica Newtownards, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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What you will be doing

• Operating/Driving MMUs and ensuring equipment prestart compliance
• Performing MMU calibration and quality control compliance
• Conducting basic fault finding and repairs
• Handling explosives and assisting Shotfirers with shot preparation
• Measuring holes
• Stemming holes and operating ancillary equipment
• Ensuring safe driving and TMP compliance
• Using, handling, and storing raw materials and dangerous goods according to SDS requirements
• Minimizing environmental damage through waste control
• Reporting all unusual incidents and accidents immediately
• Participating in daily toolbox talks and monthly safety meetings
• Maintaining personal training against the Orica training matrix for your role
• Performing other ancillary duties, including relief at other locations, as instructed by the supervisor
• Assisting clients in achieving targets and maintaining production
• Notifying Orica site management of any variations in product specification, appearance, or performance

What you will bring

• Physically fit due to the nature of the role
• Willingness to spend occasional nights away to cover leaves at other sites
• Valid ADR card (preferable, but not mandatory)
• Unquestionable reputation for integrity

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.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Distribution and Manufacturing

Industries

• Mining