Mining - Drill & Blast (Mining, Resources & Energy)
Full time
Pilbara Minerals is the leading ASX lithium company and a major player in the rapidly growing lithium supply chain. The Company owns 100% of the world's largest, independent hard-rock lithium operations, the Pilgangoora Project and Operation. Located in Western Australia's resource-rich Pilbara region, its operation produces a spodumene and tantalite concentrate.
We are a Company that is going places and is exciting, dynamic, and purpose-driven. Our growth and diversification strategy will see us continue to grow and transform the industry through innovation and leadership.
Our purpose is to make a difference in the world, through the production of lithium materials which are the heart of the world's ambition towards net zero.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Reporting to the Drill Supervisor, the Drill Operator is responsible for the operation of Drilling & Ancillary equipment as directed in a safe, effective and efficient manner to meet operational requirements of the Drill & Blast Teams.
This is a permanent position, with an 8/6 (dayshift), 7/7 (nightshift) roster based at our Pilgangoora Operation.
Supporting the Drilling Supervisor, the role requires safe and timely achievement of targeted outcomes by:
Striving to achieve a positive workplace culture that reflects the Pilbara Purpose.Operating Drilling/Ancillary equipment within the shift to ensure optimum productivity in a safe and efficient manner.Contributing to and participating in a flexible and motivated production crew, committed to the achievement of quality production goals.Maintaining occupational health and safety standards relevant to operations.Ensuring occupational health and safety issues are considered in all aspects of duties performed.Maintaining high standards of performance and adopting a proactive approach to occupational health and safety issues.Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and company policies and procedures.Reporting all observed safety incidents and hazards.Completing Take-5's before starting each task or midway through a task if conditions change.Performing all tasks in a professional and diligent manner and always treating others with dignity, respect, and fairness.Maintaining good working relationships with superiors, peers, and all internal as well as external clients, such as contractors, suppliers, and service providers.Assisting the Blast crew when required with on-bench activities, Blasthole QA/QC, and Blast guard duties.Checking drilling activities are completed correctly and identifying issues of poor-quality drilling early to ensure redrills are completed.Ensuring accurate hole alignment and spacing to meet blasting requirements.Monitoring drilling progress and adjusting techniques as necessary to optimise efficiency.Operating water cart equipment to provide water supply for drill rigs, ensuring dust suppression.ABOUT YOU: HR LicenseManual C Class Licence2 years' operating experience with drilling and blasting equipment in a large open pit mining operation.Self-motivated and disciplinedFlexibilitySound communication skillsWHAT WE OFFER: New monthly cash bonus based on lithium pricing, PLUSAnnual incentive based on company performance, paid in cash or cash/share combinationGreat accommodation and recreational facilitiesPaid Community LeaveTake a front row seat in the sustainable energy transformation!WHAT WE STAND FOR: Great peopleSafety mattersQuality productsMaking a difference in the worldPROMOTING DIVERSITY: Pilbara Minerals recognises that talented people come from diverse backgrounds, who can contribute to our successes in different ways. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly recommend women and Australian indigenous people to apply.
OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS: As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen, and a National Police Clearance.
Short listing for this role will commence immediately.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY: Pilbara Minerals respectfully acknowledges the Nyamal and Kariyarra People of the Pilbara, and the Whadjuk Noongar People of the Perth region who are the traditional owners and first people of these lands. We would like to pay respect to the Elders past, present, and emerging for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture, and hopes of the Nyamal, Kariyarra and Whadjuk Noongar Peoples.
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