Macmahonis a leading Australian company delivering an end-to-end service offering to clients throughout Australia and Southeast Asia. Delivering a comprehensive range of surface mining, underground mining, and engineering services to the resources sector, Macmahon offers great opportunities for a diverse and exciting career in mining.Macmahon WAC Head Officeis located near Perth International Airport, T2. TheMacmahonoffice is an award-winning facility with a large, recently upgraded on-site gym, free secure undercover parking and electric vehicle charging stations. The WAC Head Office hosts Macmahon's centralised support services and operates as the centre of gravity for the wider Australian business.Macmahonis seeking an experiencedDrill & Blast Superintendentto join our Surface Mining Division. As theDrill & Blast Superintendentyou will manage the short and long term drilling and blasting operations in line with the specific mine plans to achieve mine production targets across Macmahon Surface West projects. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager your duties and responsibilities will include :Provide accurate, timely and clear reporting and communication to site related Project Manager and Operations Manager - Surface Weston project performanceEnsure all project personnel including contractors operate safely and comply with all acts, regulations, laws and client rules and regulation applicable to the contract and the Indonesian mining industryManage costs effectively, identify and minimize risks within the Drill and Blast departmentCommunicate work group status to the Project Manager and Operations Manager - Surface West and interface with other departmentsPlan drill and blast activities to meet production targets at the lowest cost possible, whilst maintaining safetyLiaise with and coordinate with other departments and set priorities to minimise unplanned equipment usageResponsible for the safe and efficient operation of all drilling and blasting operationsCoordinate activities with Maintenance, Geology, Engineering, Environmental, Safety Processing and other personnelMaintain contact with the contracted explosives supplier to coordinate blasting activities and ensure the forecasted importing of explosive materials into IndonesiaResponsible for the supervision of drill and blast operation contractors and ensuring explosive suppliers follow the established procedures for blast hole loadingTravel between Perth and sites to assist operations both domestically and InternationallyReview and monitor project budget and forecasts and provide ongoing reviews of actual against target to site related Project Manager and Operations Manager - Surface WestAbout youExperience in complying with the Statutory Mining and HSEQ requirementsManaging and coordinating teamsExperience in setting tasks, resources, and schedules to meet work plansExperience in the management and administration of budgets in a multinational companyStrong leadership and a people-oriented outlookExcellent written and oral communication skillsBenefitsCompetitive remuneration & rewardsDedicated lifestyle, financial and mental health supportSalary sacrifice optionsAccess to a wide range of employee discounts with Macmahon's retail, vehicle, insurance and banking partnersExcellent office facilities including free parking and fully equipped on-site gymAs a part of the recruitment process for this role you are required to complete a pre-employment medical, inclusive of drug and alcohol screening and completion of criminal history and qualification checks. Additionally, you will be required to provide proof of working rights in Australia, i.e. a copy of your valid Australian passport, birth certificate, citizenship certificate or current visa grant notification.
Macmahon offers our people the ability to work in diverse roles, in different locations and realise new opportunities within the Company over time. We are focused on ensuring our people can be involved in the future of the business and look for new opportunities for people to grow and develop. Macmahon is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages suitably qualified women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply.
