Engineer - Technical Services

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.

• Adhering to & being proactive in site safety promotion
• Developing Customer Technical Relationship
• Customer needs and business development opportunity identification
• Analysing blast measurements and assessing performance against a baseline
• Preparation of differentiation product and services offerings
• Managing product / service implementation projects
• Developing case studies, Product application stewardship
• Training and accrediting customers in Orica courses
• Products and systems
• Training and mentoring for Blast Technicians, Operations personnel and Graduates

Identification and implementation of Value Delivery Programs (VDP)

• Logical progression from Blasting Engineer
• Minimum 3 - 5 years’ experience in the explosives and /or mineral resources industry, preferably through multiple sites and commodities
• Project Management
• Drill & blast execution experience
• Ability to undertake complex blast designs and troubleshoot customer concerns
• Able to risk assess different blasting approaches
• Adapt to using Orica software and tools
• Certification in training and assessing

Orica sites

Orica Customers

• Degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline
• Good Blasting Knowledge
• Well-developed understanding of mining processes and key drivers
• Competent with general drill & blast designs
• Competent in pre and post blast measurement and assessment techniques
• Good communication skills

* Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
* Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character
* Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal & communication skills
* Self-aware and open to feedback
* Work effectively across business unit
* High level decision making ability
* Able to manage multiple tasks within deadlines and work independently

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.