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Supervisor Blast


Company : Rio Tinto


Location : Perth, Australia


Created : 2025-06-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Supervisor Blast role at Rio Tinto23 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Supervisor Blast role at Rio TintoOur friendly teams look after each other because your safety and wellbeing are always our priorityPermanent employment which includes attractive salary, annual bonuses and a huge range of additional benefits which are designed to make your life betterFlexibility for the lifestyle you wantOur friendly teams look after each other because your safety and wellbeing are always our priorityPermanent employment which includes attractive salary, annual bonuses and a huge range of additional benefits which are designed to make your life betterFlexibility for the lifestyle you wantAbout The RoleWe are looking for a Blast Supervisor to join our Drill & Blast team at Gudai Darri to lead, mentor, coach and develop a team of blast operators to actively promote safety awareness and safe work practices with the aim of driving consistent performance and innovation in relation to safety, cost and production.Leading on the frontline is one of the most important jobs in our business and comes with a huge amount of responsibility. We need you to motivate, inspire and keep your people safe and well. With signature leadership training programmes, growing and developing is more than an opportunity it is something we actively plan and make happen. Every day our leaders grow, while our rosters are designed to help you live the lifestyle that is right for you and your family.Youll be part of a friendly team, supported by your leader to grow and achieve your own personal goals as well as the goals of the team.Youll work on 8 days on, 6 days, 7 nights on, 7 days roster which off will give you more time to spend on the things that are important to you and the people in your life.Reporting to theDrill & Blast Superintendent, you willBe an inspiring role model and coach for positive behaviours, practices, and processes, whilst providing leadership, development and support to your teamWork collaboratively with peers across multiple disciplines to deliver the mine plan, supervise and coordinate blasting activities on siteEnsure all mining activities undertaken are in compliance with all relevant statutory regulations and Rio Tinto standards and policiesContribute to the HSE system and increase awareness to enable an injury free and environmentally responsible workplaceIdentify and participate in continuous improvement projects which including cost saving and production efficiency projectsDaily inspections of all work areas and regular on the job interactions with the teamOversee QA/QC for sensitive blasts, taking into consideration heritage, environment and infrastructureWhat You''ll BringA commitment to the safety of yourself and your teamRespect for others and an all-inclusive mindsetProactive approach with a strong commitment in driving a safe working cultureAbility to achieve outcomes through influence and collaboration with othersLeadership experience with surface blasting operationsExcellent interpersonal and organisational skillsDGSC National dangerous goods security licenseWA WHS Statutory Supervisor CertificationHold a current "C Class" WA Manual Drivers LicenseWhat We OfferBe recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing youve helped the world progress.A work environment where safety is always the number one priorityA permanent position working directly for Rio TintoFull relocation provided to Western Australia from elsewhere in AustraliaA competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive bonusComprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate familyAttractive share ownership planCompany provided insurance coverExtensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging optionsCareer development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitionsOngoing access tofamily-friendly health and medical wellbeingsupportLeave for all of lifes reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave, cultural leaveTo better suit different family needs, our paid parental leave approach gives all parents the option to take 18 weeks of paid leave after a new child arrives at a time that suits themExclusive employee discounts including hotel stays, banking, accommodation, cars, retail and moreWork on Country with a residential role which offers company housing and financial support with living expenses including rent and utilities (power and water).We are committed to elevating Indigenous voices and increasing cultural knowledge in our business. Diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our team enhances our way of working and our ability to achieve success together. To help you on your journey with us, youll also have access toSpecialist Indigenous Support Advisors are always there for our Indigenous employees and available to support through any aspect of your employmentDedicated Indigenous Talent Programme for our Operators and Tradespersons and entry level operational roles. This programme is designed to create long term sustainable careers for our Indigenous Employees to grow into leadership or technical pathways to ensure you have every opportunity to grow your career.Indigenous leadership programmes across some professional and operational roles to ensure that we are developing Indigenous Leaders.Where youll be workingIn the Pilbara region of Western Australia, we own an integrated portfolio of iron ore assets a world-class, integrated network of 16 mines, four independent port terminals, a 1,700 kilometre rail network and related infrastructure all designed to respond rapidly to changes in demand.We are one of the worlds leading producers and exporters of iron ore.Applications close on 6th of June 2025 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date)#gtsAbout Rio TintoRio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we cant do it on our own, so were focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.Every Voice MattersAt Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome they are essential to our success. 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