Lead drill and blast operations at a high-performing open‑cut coal mine. Drive safety, production and continuous improvement outcomes on site. Strong leadership role with direct impact on operational performance.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Drill and Blast Supervisor to lead and oversee drilling and blasting activities, ensuring safe, compliant and cost‑effective outcomes across site operations.

Your key responsibilities

- Manage drill and blast activities to meet safety, environmental and production requirements
- Lead and supervise crews and contractors, ensuring alignment with site standards and KPI’s
- Coordinate and deliver pre‑start meetings, shift handovers and critical operational communications
- Monitor blasting performance, analyse outcomes and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements, including explosives legislation and site procedures
- Oversee drill pattern quality, stemming activities and blast execution standards; conduct inspections, audits and field supervision to maintain safe and efficient work practices
- Manage consumables and costs, driving efficiency and minimising waste
- Coach and mentor team members to build capability and improve performance outcomes

About you





- Demonstrated experience in drill and blast within an open‑cut coal mining environment
- Strong leadership capability with the ability to coach, mentor and drive team performance
- Sound understanding of NSW explosives legislation, safety systems and statutory compliance
- Proven ability to manage contractors, crews and competing operational priorities
- Experience with blast design, overburden and pre‑strip blasting techniques highly regarded
- Current NSW Shotfirer Licence and relevant G competencies (G1, G2, G8, G9) preferred
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across operational teams
- Solid planning and organisational skills with a focus on continuous improvement

Advantages

- Relocation support
- Local living benefit: Salary sacrifices up to 50% of mortgage interest or rental payments (for eligible employees)
- Discounted Private Health
- Opportunity to reduce tax through Novated vehicle leasing options
- Over 2,000 health and wellness benefits through WHEREFIT
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family

Peabody is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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📌 Supervisor Blasting (Mudgee)
🏢 Peabody Energy
📍 Mudgee