About OricaAt 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.About the roleThe Operator / Driver - Explosives delivers explosive materials to the relevant Orica (manufacturing plant, Orica customer service depot) or Customer Site (on site magazine), this may include operation, maintenance and upkeep of the delivery vehicle in a safe and environmentally conscious manner at all times and in line with approved standard and procedures.What you will be doingMaintaining safe working practices to ensure no injury to self or others
Ensure equipment and plant is in good order by regular inspection
Carrying out housekeeping tasks as instructed by supervisor
Promptly reporting all unsafe working conditions and accidents to Supervisor
Ensuring minimum damage to the environment through waste minimization and control
Wearing all PPE as required for specific tasks
Ensuring all emergency equipment and First Aid kits are complete.
Active participation in Safety Meetings, Toolbox Talks and in Mining Services safety program
Equipment operation and maintenance
Product delivered to customers and Orica Depots to meet demand schedule
Manufacturing plant and delivery vehicles/tankers are maintained according to schedule
Accurate provision of delivery dockets to customers
Perform QC testing on incoming raw materials and product being dispatched to customers
Maintaining vehicles in clean and presentable condition
Material Requirements and Storage
Ensure correct accreditation signage is displayed
Ensure all raw materials are correctly labelled
Quality Control
Ensure equipment is maintained to provide high levels of service and replace faulty parts as required or instructed
Administration
Assist with stocktaking all materials and products as required
Assist with recording details of receipts into and dispatches from the plant
What you will bring
Valid Class 1 Driver's license required
Minimum of 2+ years' experience in a dangerous goods/bulk explosives/heavy industry/process plant environment required
Ideally must be within 25 km of Blackie AB
What we offerAs 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.Salary to be determined by the applicant's experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.Benefits (Full Time Employees)
Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Retirement / Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)
Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year
Paid Time Off
We respect and value allOrica 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.Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica. Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made.
