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Blast Crew

Norton Gold Fields
Perth, WA
A$10 p/h + 10% Bonus + GU Health + Allowances
Mining, Resources & Energy → Mining - Drill & Blast
Full-time
On-site

Posted 21 days ago


RESIDENTIAL LOCATION: Kalgoorlie/Perth

WORK SITE: Binduli & Golden Cities

ROSTER: 8:6 day shift only - 12hrs (local from Kalgoorlie) or 2:1 day shift only - 12hrs (local or FIFO from Perth)

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 blast crew personnel at Norton Gold Fields, you are expected to play a critical role in safely executing blast operations in line with regulatory and company standards. You will provide support to the Shotfirer, manage explosives and magazine records, and ensure timely, controlled detonations to support production goals. This role also requires strong attention to safety, compliance, and quality throughout all stages of the blasting process.

Mark up and prepare blast patterns accurately.

Measure (dip) blast holes to verify correct depths before and after charging.

Prime and load explosives safely using hose and auger delivery systems.

Stem blast holes and tie-in patterns according to approved plans.

Support the Shotfirer in all blasting and explosives security activities.

Maintain compliance with company safety standards and training requirements.

Participate in ongoing training and development as outlined in company plans.

ABOUT YOU

Valid WA Dangerous Goods Security Card (Essential).

Current, unrestricted Western Australian Class “C” Driver’s Licence (Essential).

At least 2 years of relevant experience in Open Pit blasting or similar (Essential).

Comfortable assisting the shotfirer, handling explosives and assisting with blast operations.

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.

WHY NORTON GOLD FIELDS?

Norton Gold Fields is one of Australia’s largest domestic gold producers, with a recent annual production of up to 200,000 ounces. The Company has a mining and processing complex in Western Australia’s world-class Kalgoorlie goldfield region, including a highly prospective tenement package of more than 1,000km² surrounding the 3.8Mtpa Paddington Mill. Norton recently expanded production capability by commissioning the Binduli North Heap Leach Project.

Our vision is to be the leading gold producer, setting the industry benchmark in safety, teamwork, innovation, operational efficiency, and cost control.

Due to the increase in projects, we are seeking a passionate shotfirer to join our rapidly growing Open Pit Drill and Blast team.

APPLY NOW...

This can be your new beginning at a company that values its people and celebrates Diversity and Inclusion.

Norton is recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Australian Government’s Workplace Gender Equality Agency. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for our roles, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or disability.


About Norton Gold Fields

WA, Australia

Norton Gold Fields Limited (Norton or “the Company”) is one of Australia’s largest domestic gold producers, with annual production of more than 178,000 ounces. The Company has a mining and processing complex in Western Australia’s world-class Kalgoorlie gold region, including a highly prospective tenement package of 1,092km² surrounding the 3.3Mtpa Paddington Mill.

Norton acquired the Bullabulling Gold Project near Coolgardie in 2014, including a series of granted mining leases, prospecting licences and exploration licences. Historically, Bulabulling was a near-surface open pit gold mining producer in the 1990's. Norton aims to review and advance the project towards production.

Norton has Mineral Resources of 10.35Moz, gold Ore Reserves of 1.11Moz and a mine life in excess of ten years, with considerable exploration upside from more than 80 known prospects across its tenement package.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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