Shotfirers
- Current Shotfirer’s Ticket is essential
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a blast crew, ensuring all blasting activities are carried out safely and efficiently
- Hands-on experience with electronic initiation systems
- Strong commitment to maintaining compliance and high standards of housekeeping across magazines, compounds, explosive vehicles, and designated work areas
- Operate Epiroc D65 (MK I and MK II), Pit Viper 271, KWL700, T450, T685 and CAT MD6310 drill rigs
- Perform drilling for both production blasts and contour patterns
- Handle hole sizes ranging from 89 mm to 229 mm
- Operate drill support vehicles when required
- Monitor, replace, and maintain drill consumables as necessary
- Skilled in operating stemming trucks, as well as priming and loading blast holes
- Competent in using MPU units for both ANFO and pumpable explosive products
- High level of accuracy when conducting daily stocktakes of explosive materials
- Assist with drill rig setup, operation, and pack-down
- Handle drill rods, casing, and consumables safely
- Mix and monitor drilling fluids as instructed
- Operate support equipment (water carts, loaders, stemming trucks)
- Maintain site housekeeping and adhere to OH&S standards
- Perform basic equipment checks and maintenance
- Support bore casing installation and blast preparation
- Load/unload consumables and assist with general labouring duties
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Loretta on 08 9437 4400 or via email on loretta.ferraloro@drdgroup.com.au
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DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams on major projects within the Energy, Resources, Defence, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors.
DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications.