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Operations Leading Hand

**Date:** 17 Nov 2025 **Location:** Calama, AN, CL, 1390000 **Company:** Orica **About Orica** At 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 role** The Team Leader \- Open Cut leads a team in the quality service of bulk explosive delivery to customers in a safe and environmentally conscious manner at all times, working closely with Bench Assistants and MMU Operators on site, Shotfirers and Site Supervisor and managing all tasks associated with loading, tying and firing blasts.**What you will be doing** Key Accountabilities Reports all Unusual Incidents and Accidents immediately Participates in daily Toolbox talks and Monthly Safety Meetings Undertakes all and any necessary training for Operations, SHEC and site specific requirements Maintains all personal training against the Orica training Matrix for your role Ensures all emergency equipment and First Aid kits are complete Assists in the management of Audit actions Ensures minimum damage to the environment through waste minimisation and control Ensures raw materials and dangerous goods are used, handled and stored according to requirements of the SDS. Maintains required House Keeping standards Notifies Orica site management of any variations in product specification, appearance or performance Assists the client in achieving targets and maintaining production Maintains professional relationships within Orica and with customers Performs other ancillary duties including relief at other locations, consistent with level of competence as reasonably instructed by the supervisor**What you will bring** With tertiary or technical qualification \- up to 2 years experience post qualification. Without formal qualifications \- up to 10 years of administrative experience, or allocation of work to operators. **Role dependent** \- technical \&/or functional business system applications required for tasks (e.g. SAP, SF, Concur, analytics/visualisation tools, engineering software, etc.)**Role dimensions** **Span of control:** * Headcount – X Direct **Sphere of influence:** * Team / Discipline level SME **Travel requirements:** * Role dependent **Your qualifications** Insert tertiary qualification required for role (e.g. Accountant must have a tertiary degree in an Accounting discipline, an Engineer must have a tertiary degree in an Engineering discipline) OR Technical qualification / legistlative / SHES certification**How you shape and influence others** * Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility * Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character * Solid interpersonal \& communication skills * Self\-aware and open to feedback * Work effectively across teams * Able to work independently with only targeted supervision * Productive without compromising quality * Highly reliable and motivated to excel **What we offer** As 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.**We respect and value all** Orica 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.

Av. Grecia 1326, 1390654 Calama, Antofagasta, Chile

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