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Drill & Blast Crew Supervisor

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Summary

Supervise Drill & Blast crews, ensure safety & compliance, coordinate blast activities, drive continuous improvement in open-cut coal mining operation.

Drill & Blast Crew Supervisor

The Role

Foxleigh Mine is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Drill & Blast Supervisor to join our Drill and Blast team. Reporting to the Mine Services Superintendent, you will play a key leadership role in supervising and coordinating the safe, efficient and compliant execution of drill and blast activities across the mine operation.

The role provides an opportunity to lead a high-performing team, contribute directly to production outcomes and drive continuous improvement in safety, blast quality and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Lead and supervise Drill & Blast crews to safely deliver daily production activities.
  • Ensure all blasting and explosives activities comply with legislative, statutory and site requirements.
  • Coordinate blast preparation, explosive loading, firing and post-blast inspections.
  • Work closely with Mining, Technical Services and Drill & Blast teams to ensure effective planning, communication and execution.
  • Drive a strong safety culture, accurate compliance and continuous improvement while demonstrating Foxleigh Mine's values.

About You

Essential Requirements:

  • Current Open C Class Driver's Licence.
  • Standard 11 Surface Coal Induction.
  • S1, S2, S3 and G2 Supervisor Competencies (or ability to obtain).
  • Current Queensland Shotfirer's Licence (or ability to obtain).
  • Current Queensland Coal Mine Workers' Health Assessment.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience within an open-cut coal mining operation.
  • Previous experience supervising Blast Crew or Drill and Blast personnel.

What We Offer

  • 7/7 roster - rotating day and night shifts.
  • A strong focus on safety leadership and positive workplace culture.
  • Competitive remuneration package.
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • Exposure to a broad range of mining operations and technical activities.
  • The opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence.


If you're an experienced Drill and Blast professional seeking a rewarding supervisory role in a high-performing open-cut mining operation, where safety comes first, teamwork drives success and continuous improvement is encouraged, we encourage you to apply!


*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted*

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