This isn’t just another job; it’s a chance to be part of a small, close-knit team where your work matters and so do you. Kick-start your next move in blasting with Platinum. This is the perfect role for someone who wants the best of both worlds with a mix of being on site and staying connected to head office through regular visits, while being supported by a team that genuinely invests in your growth. Why You’ll Love Working with Us: Consistent 8:6 roster with long-term clients Comfortable living in local camp accommodation with great facilities FIFO from Brisbane with travel sorted Long service leave schemes that reward loyalty Clear development pathways, succession planning and career progression A small, close-knit technical team where collaboration and development are a key focus Mateship that matters with a culture where safety, trust and teamwork lead the way Wellbeing support through EAP access for you and your loved ones (career, financial and personal support) The Role We’re looking for a Drill & Blast Engineer to join our Technical team. You'll be personable, curious and excited by the opportunity to contribute to both our on-site operations and support office. It’s an ideal move for you if you: Have completed a graduate program and built a solid technical foundation Are motivated by structured development, planning and long-term career growth Want exposure to experienced industry leaders in a supportive team environment Enjoy mentoring junior team members and vacation students Want hands-on involvement in drill & blast design, QA, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement Value relationship-building and strong communication as much as technical capability What You’ll Do You’ll support drill & blast delivery across design, QA, stakeholder liaison, and operational improvement. Your work will include: Supporting drill & blast design, QA and performance reviews Working closely with site engineers, production teams and clients Mentoring vacation students and junior team members Assisting with troubleshooting, data analysis and continuous improvement Being based on site, providing technical in time support to our crew on the ground What You’ll Need Must-haves: Right to work in Australia and living in Brisbane Completion of a recognised graduate program or equivalent experience Exposure to, or interest in, Drill & Blast Able to obtain a Queensland Explosives Security Clearance or hold one Ability to translate complex technical information into simple, actionable insights High level of interpersonal skill, with the ability to build rapport quickly Resilience, agility, versatility and willingness to work in a dynamic operational environment Able to travel to site and work on an 8:6 roster Nice to have: Degree in Mining Engineering (not essential) Mining operational experience on the bench (e.g., Blast Crew, Shotfirer) Experience using mine planning or blasting software Previous exposure to drill & blast design, QA, or analysis About Us We’re a bespoke blasting provider in the Australian mining industry with the goal of making mining easier for our clients. We’re not aiming to be the largest, we’re focused and pride ourselves on being the most recommended provider. That means better service, better safety, and a culture where people genuinely support each other. Diversity & Inclusion While diversity matters to us, we value inclusion because it means our people can be themselves. Every idea and perspective shapes the way we work together to deliver for our clients and support our crews. Whoever you are, you’re welcome to bring your skills and experience to Platinum, just as you are! Ready to join a team that’s redefining blasting? Don’t tick every box? We still encourage you to apply. To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below.
