ROSTER:
8:6 day shift only – 12hrs (Please note this role is Residential, not FIFO)
PACKAGE:
Salary + Performance Bonus + Residential Allowance + Site Allowance + Family Private Health Insurance or Allowance + Death and TPD Coverage or Allowance + Mental Health Programs + Gym Membership Discount + Other Benefits
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
As a drill and blast trainee at Norton Gold Fields, you are expected to learn all aspects of the department and train under supervision in both drilling and blasting duties, depending on the operational requirements.
Training Participation: Engage in company training plans to develop necessary skills and knowledge.
Equipment Pre-starts: Inspect and prepare equipment before operation to ensure safety and functionality.
Explosive Handling: Prime up and load explosives for blasting operations.
Hole Stemming: Properly stem blast holes to facilitate successful blasting.
Pattern Tying and Marking: Assist in tying patterns as per the plan and mark drill patterns accurately.
Blast Support: Aid the Shotfirer in all aspects of the blast, including hole depth checks and following blast plans.
Equipment Care and Maintenance: Operate equipment following best practices to minimize damage, report faults to maintenance, and ensure safe transportation of materials.
Any other duties as required.
ABOUT YOU
Current, unrestricted Western Australian Class "C" Driver's Licence (Essential).




Previous experience in an Open-Pit/Cut mining workplace (Desirable).
Dangerous Goods Security Card (Desirable).
Strong commitment to safety and team player.
BENEFITS
Permanent full-time role with an immediate start.
Excellent remuneration package with additional allowances.
Receive a $12k residential allowance per annum, if you are residential and not FIFO.
Receive up to $5k site allowance per annum, depending on your site location.
Receive up to 10% short-term incentive payment (STIP) of your base salary.
A fully covered family private health insurance through GU Health Complete Gold Cover.
A fully covered Death and Total & Permanent Disability (TPD) insurance or allowance up to $2.4k.
Pro-rata long service leave (LSL) after just 5 years of service and be entitled to 13 weeks paid LSL after 10 years of service.
Work with a team that prioritises safety while ensuring you achieve your best output.
A clear career path with training and development opportunities.
EMPLOYER QUESTIONS
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
Are you licenced to drive a manual vehicle?
Are you willing to relocate for this role?
What's your expected annual base salary?
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📌 Trainee Shot Crew (Western Australia)
🏢 Norton Gold Fields
📍 Western Australia