Explosives Supervisor (Shotfirer) - Tarrawonga

Explosives Supervisor (Shotfirer) - Tarrawonga Gunnedah NSW 2380, Australia Req #1074
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About the Role Reporting to the Drill and Blast Superintendent, the Supervisor - Explosives will be responsible for the coordination of drill and blast activities at Tarrawonga Mine.
What You'll Do Liaise with Drill & Blast Superintendent to organise pre-blasting clean up and preparations and ensure patterns are prepared to the required standard. Oversee drilling, loading and firing of shots. Maintain Drill and Blast component of schedule and communicate sequence and requirements to Operations and Tech Services. Liaise with explosive and drilling suppliers to maintain adequate stock levels Develop and maintain plans, designs and blast packs for all shots What You'll Bring OCE ticket or Shot Firer's certificate (desirable) Experienced in the provision of drilling and blasting activities within an Open Cut mining environment Knowledge of the risk management, safe work practices and statutory requirements required to create and maintain a safe work environment Demonstrated safe and productive management of mine plant and facilities Why Whitehaven Coal? 5 weeks Annual Leave | 26 weeks Paid Parental Leave Bonus Scheme + $1k Company Shares Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.
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