Senior Shotfirer

About Us

Terra Mining are one of the fastest-growing names in the mining and resources sector. As we expand, we seek ambitious mining professionals eager to progress their careers alongside our company’s growth.

With a host of projects both ongoing and set to launch, we're at the forefront of harnessing Western Australia's rich resource sector opportunities.

About The Position

Terra Mining are currently seeking an experienced Senior Shotfirer for their Binduli project in the Kalgoorlie region, Western Australia. Working as part of our diverse, dynamic, and driven drill and blast team, you will lead your team of shotfirers to safely execute the use of explosives in accordance with procedural and site requirements, together with providing guidance and coaching to the Blast Crew. 

Working a 2&2 dayshift roster, the Senior Shotfirer’s day-to-day responsibilities will include but are not limited to being:

• Ensuring all blasting practices are in line with industry regulations and client requirements.
• Maintaining explosive magazines and compounds, and ensuring enough stock is on hand.
• Ensure all documentation and reports are completed accurately and on time.
• Providing crews with leadership and support to ensure the team is performing at their best.
• Identify and resolve any technical or operational issues that may arise during blasting activities.

What You Will Bring

• Minimum of five years’ experience as a Shotfirer on open pit, hard rock mining projects.
• Proven experience leading a team of Shotfirers and Blast Crews at open cut mining operations.
• A current WA Shotfirers Licence and WA Dangerous Goods Security Card (DGSC).
• A positive attitude to safety and teamwork.

• High level of communication, organisational and planning skills
• Basic level of computer literacy including knowledge of Shotplus.
• Current C Class drivers’ licence (HR licence preferred, but not essential)
• Be able to pass a Pre-Employment Medical including drug and alcohol testing
• Must have the right to work in Australia
• Current National Police Clearance, issued within the last twelve months

What We Offer

Long-term employment opportunities in a rapid growth company, where you are recognised for the contributions you make to the success of the business.

In addition, we offer:

• Company provided travel (ex Perth) or DIDO options

• Modern camp facilities
• Gym & recreational facilities available
• Work for a fast-growing company
• Opportunity to develop your career further
• Competitive industry remuneration
• Ability to Salary Sacrifice
• Employee Referral Program

This is a great opportunity for a Drill Coordinator to join Terra Mining and develop their mining career to the next level and be part of Terra Mining’s success story.

Terra Mining is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages suitably qualified women, Indigenous and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. 

Terra Mining will not accept resumes from recruitment agencies.