Technician - Blasting

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

Orica has developed the world’s first through the earth wireless blasting technology, WebGen™, and we currently have vacancies for Wireless Blasting Technicians. 

There are positions available for Blasting Technicians to help deliver and unlock value for our customers across the North-East Metals Region (Queensland – Open Cut and Underground). This is a hands-on, field-based role at Mt. Isa, QLD working an 8-on, 6-off roster.  

As a Blasting Technician, you’ll be the face of Orica at our customer sites, playing a key role in bringing our technology to life. You will be accountable for the safe, effective, and reliable delivery of all aspects of the WebGen™ service.

What you will be doing

• Providing product stewardship support to our customer stakeholders on site;


• Working within the Orica technical services team to deliver high quality blast results and value to the customers operation;


• Partnering with, and developing true longstanding relationships with our trusted customers;


• Delivering appropriate safety initiatives which align with Orica’s and our Customer values.

What you will bring

• A current and up to date shotfiring license;


• Experience with Orica’s Electronic Blasting systems (advantageous but not essential);


• Familiarity with Orica’s products and delivery systems in underground operations is highly regarded;


• Strong communication skills and an ability to quickly pick-up and master new systems and technologies;


• Good computer literacy (Microsoft Office tools);


• Process driven and procedurally disciplined.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.