At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.
It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.
The Yardperson provides bulk product delivery support to blast crews and assistance to crews for on bench operations
Key Accountabilities
Undertakes manual labour including bulk stock control and auditing, maintenance of associated equipment, operation of prime mover and skill tilt trailers, 32 tonne forklift operation
Assists operators with the loading of MMUs
Loads and unloads ammonium nitrate and emulsion phase deliveries
Controls delivery and demurrage document s
Operates a Frontend loader
Conducts Waste disposal & house keeping
Assists Shotfirer's with Shot Preparation
Measures holes and setting out
Sets up reloading areas and shots
Provides high quality on bench services
Provides effective delivery of bulk products and storage
Communicates with Supervisor for product forecasting.
Liaises with shot crew on routine matters
Communications with Supervisor re product quality and/or safety issues
Performs QC testing on incoming raw materials and product being despatched to crews
Maintains operational equipment in clean, presentable and serviceable condition
Ensures raw materials stored correctly
Ensures correct accreditation signage is displayed
Ensures all raw materials are correctly labelled and rotated
Uses of old stock first
Ensures products are produced in accordance with the correct manufacturing procedures
Ensures product quality assurance is measured and recorded for later analysis
Ensures the timely calibration of manufacturing equipment (scales, weights etc)
Ensures equipment is maintained to provide high levels of service and replace faulty parts as required or instructed
Assists with recording details of receipts into and despatches from the plant
Assists controlling fixed plant costs
Carries out on bench duties as directed by shotfirer.
Up to 2 years experience.
As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.
You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.
Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.
Our story began in 1874, when we first supplied explosives to the Victorian goldfields in Australia. Since then, we have grown to become one of the world’s leading mining and infrastructure solutions providers.
From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilise the earth’s resources.
With 150 years of expertise, our 14,000+ community of engineers, scientists, technologists, operators, business specialists and on-site crew support customers in surface and underground mines, quarry, construction, and oil and gas operations.
Sustainability is integral to our operations. Our approach to sustainability begins with ensuring we operate our business responsibly, and by prioritising the safety of our people, customers, and communities. We are in a unique position to leverage our expertise in technology to create safer and more responsible solutions and deliver positive economic, social, and environmental contributions through our business activities.
