Superintendent - Drill and Blast
- Lead drill and blast activities to achieve production and mine plan objectives.
- Manage drilling and explosives contractors to ensure operational and safety outcomes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and build a high-performing team culture.
About the role
Reporting to the Surface Mine Manager, you will lead the safe, compliant and efficient delivery of drill and blast activities at Carmichael Coal Mine. This is a critical leadership role responsible for driving operational performance, contractor management, blast quality, cost control and continuous improvement across the drill and blast function.
Working closely with Mining Operations, Technical Services and contractor drill and blast services teams, you will ensure drilling and blasting activities are executed safely, on schedule and in alignment with the mine plan, while building a high-performing team culture focused on accountability, collaboration and excellence. The role is also responsible for managing enabling activities such as drill area preparation, road works, delineation, ancillary equipment and clearing activities.
This position is based at the Carmichael Mine, Central Queensland's Galilee Basin, providing a balanced lifestyle with eight days on and six days off (8 / 6 roster). The ideal candidate would FIFO out of Townsville, Rockhampton or Mackay (a flight time of 55 minutes). Candidates who live in the Isaac region also have the option to drive-in and drive-out.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all drill and blast activities to safely deliver production and mine plan objectives
- Provide visible safety leadership and ensure compliance with site standards, statutory obligations and critical risk controls
- Manage drilling and explosives contractors to achieve operational, safety and commercial outcomes
- Drive blast quality, operational reliability and continuous improvement initiatives across the mining value chain
- Develop and manage drill and blast budgets, cost performance and contractor accountability
- Build capability within the team through coaching, mentoring and leadership development
- Monitor and report on key performance metrics, identifying opportunities to improve productivity, utilisation and overall business performance
About You
You are an experienced mining leader with a strong background in drill and blast operations and a proven ability to deliver results in a large-scale surface mining environment. You thrive in fast-paced operational settings, bring a strong commercial mindset and are passionate about developing people and improving performance.
To be successful, you will demonstrate:
- Significant experience leading drill and blast activities within an open-cut mining operation, including general mining earthworks and heavy equipment operations
- Sound understanding of drilling, explosives and blasting processes, risks and controls
- Strong contractor management and stakeholder engagement capability
- Experience managing budgets, operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop and influence high-performing teams, supported by excellent communication, planning and problem-solving abilities
- A commitment to safety, operational excellence and Bravus values
Why Join Bravus?
- Be part of the change – we are growing and taking over leadership onsite
- We are one of Queensland's largest and most significant mining operations
- Competitive salary and performance incentives
- Exposure to large-scale operations
- Modern equipment & systems
- Commitment to safety and wellbeing
About Us
Bravus Mining and Resources’ Carmichael mine is an open cut thermal coal mine in the North Galilee Basin, approximately 160 kilometres northwest of the town of Clermont.
Carmichael produces more than 12 million tonnes of thermal coal for the export market each year, employing a workforce over 1400 people.
Bravus Mining and Resources is part of the Bravus group of Australian companies that encompass thermal coal, solar energy, port operations, and rail network and rail freight operations.
This integrated portfolio provides long‑term employment opportunities and career pathways for people who want to build experience and progress across different parts of the resources and infrastructure value chain.
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About Us
Bravus is an Australian mining and resources company focused on delivering successful outcomes for our business, our customers, our employees and the local communities we are part of. We value our people and encourage the development of our skilled workforce to deliver and grow our operations in Australia.
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