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Bench Hand

JuniorMid levelFull-timeHybridMackay QLD, AustraliaPosted 4 months agoVerified 8 hours ago
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Join Thiess as a Blast Bench Crew member and make your mark in the mining industry! This job offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team focused on safety and efficiency at the Olive Downs Complex. Embrace a culture that values diversity, mentorship, and continuous learning while you take on exciting challenges and grow your skills.

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Assisting with blasting operations

Assist in the safe and efficient execution of blasting, including priming, loading, and tagging of blast holes under supervision.
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Operating ancillary equipment

Operate various ancillary equipment such as stemming trucks, loaders, and bobcats to support blasting activities.
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Guarding blast areas

Ensure safety by guarding blast areas and assisting in unloading and loading raw materials into on-site storage.

Key criteria

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Blast crew experience

Demonstrated experience working as part of a blast crew.

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Valid driver's licence

Possession of a valid driver's licence is essential.

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Queensland explosives security clearance

Current clearance or ability to obtain is required.

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5 criteria for this job
Blast crew experience
Demonstrated experience working as part of a blast crew.

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Valid driver's licence
Possession of a valid driver's licence is essential.

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Queensland explosives security clearance
Current clearance or ability to obtain is required.

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Coal mining experience
Experience in coal mining is highly regarded.

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Equipment operation skills
Ability to operate a Loader, Bobcat, and Stemming truck is desirable.

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