Shotfirer

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About the role

As our next Shotfirer to proudly represent our Drill & Blast Team, you will live for challenges and thrive on the variety of work available. Like all of us at Thiess, you’re passionate and energetic person, that appreciates responsibility, recognition and reward. Located in the Shire of Yilgarn, on a 14/7 BIBO roster, you will thrive on meeting all goals and challenges, and act with fairness and integrity in all that you do.

Yilgarn Iron Ore Project is located at the Koolyanobbing site. The Yilgarn region has a long history of iron ore mining and is located in the Shires or Yilgarn and Menzies with ore being railed to Esperance Port for export. The productive mining areas are located on the land of the Marlinyu Ghoorlie Native Title Group.

In this role, you will have:

• Prepare, load and detonate explosives in accordance with safety regulations and blast designs
• Conduct pre-blast inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards
• Collaborate with drillers and supervisors to execute accurate blast patterns
• Maintain and secure explosives, ensuring proper storage and handling
• Complete and maintain accurate blast reports and documentation
• Monitor environmental conditions to minimize impact from blasting activities
• Ensure the blast area is cleared and secured before detonation

About you

To be considered for these opportunities you are required to have:

• Experience in drill and blast operations
• Electronics experience advantageous
• Current Dangerous Goods Security Card
• Current Shotfirer Licence
• HR Licence (advantageous)
• Knowledge of explosives and blasting techniques
• Strong communication skills
• Current WA Drivers licence

What Thiess can do for you

• Permanent full-time positions 
• Full camp facilities provided 
• Thiess’ commitment to training & development
• Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing  
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.

About us

At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

Visit our website to learn more – http://www.thiess.com

Should you require assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us @ hiring@thiess.com

How to apply

This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.

To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or the link below.

How to apply

Applications close

20 Oct 2026 W. Australia Standard Time