Introduction

Our client is a leading iron ore producer known for their excellence and innovation in mining. They are a key player in the iron ore industry, driving efficiency and delivering high-quality results. We are currently recruiting for Blast Crew Members to support safe and efficient drilling and blasting operations across multiple sites in the Pilbara, Western Australia.

What are you going to do

  • Safely spotting trucks in and out of blast rows.
  • Loading blast holes with explosive product to the required stem height (typically ~200 holes per day).
  • Performing stemming operations, ensuring correct material placement and accurate fill levels.
  • Priming and tying-in blast holes, securing pegs, and verifying tie-up configurations.
  • Operating as Blast Guard, maintaining exclusion zones, and ensuring compliance with all blast safety procedures.
  • Assisting in marking, pegging, and measuring blast patterns in accordance with design plans.
  • Conducting pre- and post-blast inspections and reporting any irregularities to the Shotfirer or Supervisor.
  • Supporting ANFO and emulsion loading activities, hose management, and equipment checks.
  • Maintaining blast magazines, ensuring all explosives and accessories are stored, handled, and recorded per regulatory standards.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Current full manual driver's licence (essential).
  • National Police Clearance (valid within 6 months) or willingness to obtain.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening.
  • Physically fit and capable of performing manual tasks in a hot, outdoor environment.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions
  • Previous experience in Drill & Blast operations within mining (preferred but not essential).
  • Blast Crew, MPU, or Shotfirer Assistant experience highly regarded.
  • Dangerous Goods Security Card (DGSC) or willingness to obtain.
  • Exposure to iron ore or hard rock mining environments.

What we offer

  • Salary sacrificing options
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Corporate discounts

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 and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Please contact Astred at a.delos.santos@brunel.net for more information

Closing: June 25, 2026

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Vacancy reference: CR-287948

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