Job details

Key Selling Points

- MPU $84.63 + Bonus, Shotfirer $97.28 + Bonus
- 7/7 roster with rotating day and night shifts
- Camp and Meals Provided

About Our Client

BMA is Australia's largest producer of seaborne metallurgical coal, operating world-class mining assets throughout the Bowen Basin. Peak Downs Mine is renowned for its strong safety culture, advanced mining practices, and commitment to operational excellence.

What You Will Be Doing

Shotfirer

- Preparing, loading, and firing blast patterns in accordance with site procedures
- Conducting blast preparation, tie-ins, and safety inspections
- Managing explosives in compliance with legislative and site requirements
- Working closely with Drill & Blast and Production teams
- Completing blast documentation and compliance reporting

MPU Operator
- Operating Mobile Processing Units (MPUs)
- Manufacturing and delivering explosive products to blast locations
- Maintaining compliance with explosives handling and transport requirements
- Conducting vehicle and equipment inspections
- Assisting with drill and blast operations as required

What You Will Need

Shotfirer Requirements

- Current SOA for Shotfiring, including:
- RIIBLA205
- RIIBLA301
- RIIBLA305
- RIIBLA402
- Current Australian Shotfirer's Licence or recognised equivalent
- Current Queensland Explosives Security Card
- G1, G8, G9 competencies or S1, S2, S3 (issued within the last 5 years)
- G2 competency
- Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver's Licence or higher
- Standard 11/ Coal Board Medical
- Current unrestricted Driver's Licence (no provisional licences)




- SSE/SEE Delegate signed Training Transcript or LMS Record

MPU Operator Requirements
- Current Queensland Driver's Licence
- Heavy Rigid (HR) Driver's Licence
- Mobile Processing Unit (MPU) ticket/competency
- Queensland Explosives Security Card
- Statement of Attainment (SOA) Store, Handle and Transport Explosives
- Current Standard 11
- Current Coal Board Medical
- Current unrestricted Driver's Licence (no provisional licences)
- SSE/SEE Delegate signed Training Transcript or LMS Record

What's in it for you?

- Shotfirer: $97.28 per hour + bonus
- MPU Operator: $84.63 per hour + bonus
- 7/7 roster with rotating day and night shifts
- Camp accommodation and meals provided
- Ongoing opportunities with a leading mining operator
- Opportunity to join a high-performing Drill & Blast team

Apply Now

Click on the apply button or for more information contact:

Felicia John

07 4969 4705 or [email protected]

Job Order Reference Number: 7396J202663516

About WorkPac

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors, including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At WorkPac, we foster a work workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.

📌 Shot Firer/ MPU (Mackay)
🏢 Workpac
📍 Mackay