Work location: Eliwana Fortescue's Eliwana mine is located on the traditional lands of the Puutu Kunti Kurrama people.
Our Opportunity
Work location: Eliwana Fortescue's Eliwana mine is located on the traditional lands of the Puutu Kunti Kurrama people.
Roster: 8 Days on 20 days off - (Job Share) - FIFO ex Perth
We are currently seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Blast Operator with minimum 4 years experience to work on a job share roster of 8 days on 20 days off, the role is responsible for ensuring drill and blast activities are conducted in a safe and cost-productive manner.
Reporting to the Drill and Blast Supervisor, the position will also be required to provide sufficient quantity and quality of blasted stock for mining or processing.
Key Responsibilities
Demonstrate behaviour that aligns with FMG values
Comply with Zero Harm principles daily
Meet daily operational targets
Perform all duties as directed by the Drill & Blast Supervisory Team
Operating machinery in a safe and efficient manner
Ensuring all associated equipment is maintained in a safe condition
Ensuring Drill & Blast patterns are kept to a high standard
Using techniques and procedures that improve performance and cost efficiencies
Qualifications And Experience
WA Class C Driver's Licence (manual)
Dangerous good security clearance




Current WA Shotfirer's Licence (highly regarded)
Mobile equipment operation in mining industry - desirable
Communication/ interpersonal skills - two-way operation
Knowledge of Mine Safety & Inspection and OHS Act/Regs
Basic computer skills
Time management skills
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Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics.
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📌 Blast Operator - Job Share (Western Australia)
🏢 Fortescue
📍 Western Australia