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Shotfirer
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  • Full time
  • Albinia, Queensland, Australia
  • Mining - Supervisor Admin - or Technical
Job ID JR105199 Closing date 21/11/2025 Last Updated 06/11/2025

Rolleston Open Cut is a 16Mtpa thermal coal mine located in the southern Bowen Basin in Central Queensland.  With a long life of mine and low operating costs, the mine has a bright outlook.  Since 2005, we have grown to become one of the largest surface mines in Australia, whilst continuing to foster a culture underpinned by safety, achievement, flexibility and teamwork to improve the skills of each and every person on the mine site every day.  We are a hands-on team who all work together to meet our objectives.  No job or day is the same with us, and we never miss an opportunity to share, learn and improve.  

Glencore is committed to providing an environment that adheres to the Respect at Work Legislation.

Job Description

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Shotfirer to join our dynamic and successful team.  As a valued member of the Production team and reporting directly to the Blast & Mine Services Superintendent, you will be responsible for:

  • The safety and health of all persons and equipment in and around the mining operation

  • Ensure compliance with the Safety and Health Management System (SHMS)

  • Demonstrate visible leadership by guiding the Mining team to achieve KPIs

  • Display a strong commitment to identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities and supervision of an efficient production team

About you 

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Hold a QLD Shotfirer Licence (required)

  • QLD Mining Supervisor S123 Competency

  • Possess strong leadership capabilities

  • Have a proactive attitude to safety and a strong work ethic

  • Demonstrate flexibility and excellent teamwork in working with others in the business

  • Exhibit strong communication skills

  • Have strong drive to learn and grow in the role

About Rolleston Open Cut

We have worked hard to foster a culture that is guided by our People Values, to ensure our employees feel they belong, are recognised, feel valued and rewarded.

Here are just some of the benefits we offer:

  • Work life balance with 7/7 Day shift roster working 12.5 hour shifts

  • Highly competitive remuneration package

  • BIBO options from Yeppoon, Rockhampton, Bundaberg, Gladstone with additional routes under review (Wages only)

  • Above award Annual Leave entitlement

  • Permanent camp rooms in the village based on the mining lease

  • Gym, pool, and tennis court facilities at a family friendly village

  • Inclusive culture that promotes real change

  • Passionate and dedicated leadership team

  • Professional training and development opportunities, including upskilling, and education assistance for all positions

  • Generous private health insurance benefit

  • Fit for Life Program offers exclusive discounts and access to a range of educational tools to build the skills to help you remain fit for life.

  • Hertz hire vehicle discount

  • The ability to salary sacrifice , parking, super and novated leasing

  • Employee Assistance Program through Converge International

Apply now at glencore.com/careers

For further information please contact RollestonHR@glencore.com.au

Applications close 14 days from the date advertised.

All internal applicants should discuss their interest in this position with their Manager prior to submitting an application.

If you value achievement, career progression, a challenge and are keen to continue to develop and learn, we welcome your application.