Shot Firer

IntroductionBrunel is partnering with a leading Pilbara mining operation to find an experienced Shotfirer ready to take on a permanent, long-term opportunity. This is your chance to join a high-performing Drill and Blast team where your skills truly matter. In this role, you'll be at the heart of safe and efficient blasting operations from handling and firing explosives to managing magazine inventory and directing blast operators on the bench. You'll work closely with Drill and Blast Engineers, bringing your technical expertise and attention to detail to every shot fired.About this roleKey Responsibilities As a Shotfirer, you'll play a critical role in ensuring safe and efficient blasting operations by:

Safely handling, loading, and firing explosives in accordance with blast plans and legislation

Conducting on-bench activities, stemming, and inspection of equipment and blast areas

Operating stemming trucks and using electronic detonators and firing units

Conducting stocktakes of explosives and managing magazine inventory

Ensuring all explosives have detonated post-blast and recording usage

Providing direction to blast operators and working closely with Drill and Blast Engineers

Maintaining full compliance with the Explosives Management Plan (EMP), Dangerous Goods Safety Regulations, and other statutory requirements

Supporting continuous improvement, safety initiatives, and contributing to a positive site culture

Read moreIs this you?About You To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

A Current WA Manual C-Class Driver's Licence

Dangerous Goods Security Card and Shotfirer Authorisation

Clean National Police Clearance (DG and Blast Secure Nominee eligibility)

Demonstrated blasting experience in open-cut mining environments

Experience operating MPU, small loaders, and stemming equipment preferred

Strong communication skills and ability to work safely, collaboratively, and independently

Read moreWhat we offer About Brunel: Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis. Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation. Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates. Do you have questions? If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact s.pillay@brunel.netRead moreClosing: 31 May 2026Apply NowSPCorporate recruiterSheila Pillay+61 8 9429 5601Contact