Drill & Blast Supervisor

Coronado Global Resources Inc.

Date posted: June 28, 2025

Closes: Jul 28, 2025


Lead Curragh’s Drill & Blast operations in a key leadership role on a lifestyle-friendly 7/7 day shift roster, driving safety, efficiency, and results.

CORONADO GLOBAL RESOURCES is one of the world's biggest producers of high-quality metallurgical coal. Our global operations are located in two of the largest and most productive metallurgical coal basins in the world, the Bowen Basin in Queensland, Australia and the Central Appalachian region of the US, servicing customers throughout the Asia-Pacific, Americas and Europe.

Curragh Mine is one of the largest open-cut coal mines in Queensland's Bowen Basin and located only 12 kilometres from the local township of Blackwater.

With an unwavering commitment to Safety, Coronado Curragh can provide you with an exciting opportunity to further your career in the coal industry while creating a lifestyle that's right for you and your family.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Mining Superintendent, you will play a key role in leading and coordinating Drill & Blast operations at Curragh, working a lifestyle-friendly 7/7 day shift-only roster.

Role

In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll oversee drilling and explosives contractors to safely and efficiently meet short-term targets, while ensuring full compliance with statutory obligations and site safety standards, the keys to success in this role include:

Ensuring all aspects of the D&B operation follow the Curragh SHMS through leadership of D&B process and monitoring the daily tasks of contracting partners to ensure safe practices are used at all times.Providing direction to D&B contractors on daily and weekly operations and auditing of D&B practices to ensure safety compliance.Supporting and collaborating with other departments where required to ensure Curragh's overall objectives are achievedLead by example, set clear expectations, review work regularly, provide meaningful feedback, hold self and team members to account and recognise effort.

What You’ll Bring

A high level of open-pit mining experience, with strong knowledge of Drill & Blast methodologies.Demonstrated experience leading small, specialised teams to meet deadlines and deliver safe, effective outcomes.S123 and SSAN certifications (or the ability to obtain them).Shotfirer’s Certificate and Trainer Assessor qualifications (highly regarded).

You're someone who thinks outside the box, thrives in a team environment, and brings a can-do attitude. Most of all, you want to be part of a high-performing team, deliver great work, and grow your potential.

Your Growth And Well-being

At Coronado Curragh, we are committed to your ongoing professional development and well-being. Engage in tailored learning opportunities and benefit from wellness initiatives designed to nurture your personal and professional growth.

Our Inclusive Culture

We proudly acknowledge the Gaangalu Nation People as the Traditional Owners of the land where Curragh Mine operates. Inclusivity is embedded in our culture, ensuring that every individual's contributions are valued and respected.

At Coronado Global Resources, we believe diversity drives innovation and success. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences to join our team. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's unique perspectives are valued and respected.

Commute And Lifestyle

Imagine a short 15-minute daily commute to work and easy access to the picturesque Capricorn Coast for leisure. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, we offer various accommodation options, supporting your work-life balance.

Begin Your Journey Today!

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusivity, and fostering a workplace where everyone feels safe to be themselves. We offer exceptional career opportunities in the US and Australia, with long-term career prospects and a range of staff benefits.

Coronado Curragh values collaboration, taking accountability, respect for each other and striving for excellence in all that we do.  We are an inclusive employer that values and responds to innovation and encourages and recognises employee contributions and ideas. We reward our people’s effort and performance.

This is a unique opportunity for someone looking to further develop their mining career with one of the world’s largest metallurgical coal producers. 

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