Full time

Shotfirer

Posted by Pilbara Minerals • Port Hedland, Western Australia, Australia

📍 Port Hedland, Western Australia 🕒 February 19, 2026

About the Role

Once in a Lifetime

We’re a great Australian success story, having rapidly grown to become a major player in the global lithium market. Our Pilgangoora Operation is one of the largest, hard-rock lithium operations in the world.

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

Reporting to the Blast Supervisor, the Shotfirer is responsible for carrying out open pit charging and blasting activities, safely, and in accordance with specific blast requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Load and fire blast holes in accordance with the blast plan, to prepare the ground for production mining crews.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory and standard operating procedures in relation to designing, charging, and firing of open pit blasts.  This includes being an appointed Shotfirer and Magazine Keeper.
  • Report on and fix hazards when encountering them to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Account for all explosives use...

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