Introduction

Brunel is partnering with a leading Pilbara mining operation to find an experienced Shotfirer ready to take on a permanent, long-term opportunity. This is your chance to join a high-performing Drill and Blast team where your skills truly matter.

In this role, you'll be at the heart of safe and efficient blasting operations from handling and firing explosives to managing magazine inventory and directing blast operators on the bench. You'll work closely with Drill and Blast Engineers, bringing your technical expertise and attention to detail to every shot fired.

What are you going to do

As a Shotfirer, you'll play a critical role in ensuring safe and efficient blasting operations by:

  • Safely handling, loading, and firing explosives in accordance with blast plans and legislation

  • Conducting on-bench activities, stemming, and inspection of equipment and blast areas

  • Operating stemming trucks and using electronic detonators and firing units

  • Conducting stocktakes of explosives and managing magazine inventory

  • Ensuring all explosives have detonated post-blast and recording usage

  • Providing direction to blast operators and working closely with Drill and Blast Engineers

  • Maintaining full compliance with the Explosives Management Plan (EMP), Dangerous Goods Safety Regulations, and other statutory requirements

  • Supporting continuous improvement, safety initiatives, and contributing to a positive site culture

Essential skills and knowledge 

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

  • A Current WA Manual C-Class Driver's Licence

  • Dangerous Goods Security Card and Shotfirer Authorisation

  • Clean National Police Clearance (DG and Blast Secure Nominee eligibility)

  • Demonstrated blasting experience in open-cut mining environments

  • Experience operating MPU, small loaders, and stemming equipment preferred

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work safely, collaboratively, and independently

What we offer

What's on Offer

Enjoy a total remuneration package that includes:

  • Base salary + allowances (commute, function, handover)

  • Superannuation (12%) + share options through myShare program

  • Performance-based incentive bonus

  • Subsidised private health insurance through Medibank

  • Access to Doctors on Demand, 24/7 telehealth service

  • Salary packaging and novated leasing options

  • Flexible work arrangements, education assistance, and paid parental leave

  • Generous leave benefits including cultural, career, study and long service leave

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact s.pillay@brunel.net

Closing: May 31, 2026

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Vacancy reference: PR-285824

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Corporate recruiter

Sheila Pillay

+61 8 9429 5600

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