Blast Operator - FIFO Pilbara Mines

About the role

Rio Tinto is looking for Blast Operators to join its Drill and Blast teams across various Pilbara mine sites, helping drive productivity and achieve operational targets. The work is reported to the supervisor of the blast team and involves a challenging, safety-driven environment. Family-friendly rosters of 8:6 or 8:6/7:7 are offered.

Key responsibilities

• Promote a positive safety culture and encourage safety awareness and compliance in all activities
• Identify, evaluate and implement improvement opportunities using Rio Tinto best practices
• Work closely with other functions and stakeholders
• Take part in all activities involving explosive products, including maintaining the standards of explosive compounds
• Comply with the blast plan at all times
• Stock magazines and inspect equipment to ensure it is in correct working order and meets safety requirements
• Carry out sampling duties as required

Required profile

• A commitment to safety, prioritising the wellbeing of yourself and your team
• A valid Australian C Class manual driver's licence or higher
• A Dangerous Goods Licence
• A strong team mindset, able to work safely and flexibly to meet business requirements
• MPU and small loader experience is preferred

What we offer

• Permanent position with a competitive base salary and annual incentive program
• Medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
• Share ownership plan, company-provided insurance and salary sacrifice and packaging options
• Career development and education assistance
• Vacation, paid parental and sick leave, plus employee discounts