Shot Firer
OSCA 732332·ANZSCO 712213
2,600
6.1%
10.2%
37 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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About this career
Assembles, positions and detonates explosives at a mining or demolition site.
What they typically do
- Inspects and prepares blast sites for explosives
- Assembles and positions explosives according to safety regulations and blast plans
- Monitors weather conditions and adjusts blast plans accordingly
- Conducts pre-blast checks and ensures that the blast area is clear
- Detonates explosives using appropriate methods and techniques
- Inspects blast sites after detonation to assess the effectiveness of the blast and ensure safety standards are met
- Tests and maintains detonation equipment
Where they work
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Shot Firer.
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