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Why work with RedBull Powder?

RedBull prides itself on its inclusive caring company culture and can offer the successful candidate a dynamic team environment, competitive remuneration, training and career opportunities.

We have a variety of roles and areas for development from entry level to experienced drilling and blasting professionals. We are currently seeking team members who are interested in a long-term career with a point of difference.

We are currently on the lookout for a Labourer, Trainee Shot Firer, and a Blast Hole Driller situated between North Waikato and Whangarei.

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You will gain:

  • Valuable experience working within a dynamic team environment
  • Inclusive caring company culture
  • New skills and extensive industry experience
  • International & domestic travel opportunities
  • Competitive remuneration
  • Training & development opportunities
  • Career growth potential

All candidates will be required to pass a medical, police check, drug & alcohol screening, ongoing random testing and hold a current unrestricted driver license.

Job Vacancies

Experienced Drill Operator

RedBull Powder Company manufactures a range of explosives products and provides comprehensive drilling and blasting services to quarries, mines and construction projects in New Zealand.

We are recruiting for an Experienced Driller to operate Top Hammer Drill Rigs to drill quality blast holes. RedBull service customers quarry and construction sites throughout the North Island so there is a requirement for overnight trips away and flexibility.

You will be required to;
• Efficiently and productively operate the drill rig to produce quality blastholes
• Comply with Safe Standard Operating Procedures and instructions
• Communicate with Drill Supervisor to understand daily work instructions
• Care and maintain the drill rig and equipment

You will need to have;
• 3 years drill operation experience drilling blast holes within quarries
• Full class 1 Driver Licence
• Excellent communication skills, including verbal and written
• Work safely and in line with Standard Operating Procedures and instructions
• Strong personal presentation, history of punctuality and high work attendance record
• Be fit and healthy with the ability to complete manual handling tasks
• Self-disciplined with enthusiasm to work, a positive attitude and a team player with the ability to work alone

Our drill workshop is located in Pokeno but daily jobs are spread between customer quarry and construction sites across the North Island. Ideally the successful applicant would be based in the North to Central Waikato region.

A company vehicle will be provided to get you between work sites, with the appropriate gear required to support safe and efficient drilling. Due to the distances covered and travelled you will be required to stay overnight so flexibility is essential.

This position is available for an immediate start and will report to the Drill Manager. You must be able to work effectively alone and independently, giving yourself self-motivitation to get through the work. But you must also be a team player and can work within a team where you will be contributing positively to RedBull’s strong values and culture.

If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a rewarding career in a strong and stable company then we would like to meet you!!

Our Mission
To be the trusted provider of safe, integrated blasting services, delivering innovative solutions sustainably, always exceeding expectations.

Our Vision
To provide innovative drilling and blasting solutions, creating outstanding business performance that delivers zero harm, value for our customers and prosperity to our shareholders.

Our values
Safety > Integrity > Accountability > Excellence > People > Innovation > Leadership

The successful applicant must be eligible to work in NZ, with any applicable work visa in place. The successful applicant must hold a current class 1 driver licence with no restrictions or endorsements, pass a Ministry of Justice background and ACC History check and complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening. The position will also be subject to ongoing random screening.

Please submit your CV to hr@redbullpowder.co.nz.

 

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Blasting Assistant

RedBull Powder Company manufactures a range of explosive products and provides comprehensive drilling and blasting services to quarries, mines and construction projects in New Zealand.

We are recruiting for a Casual – Yard Asistant – Labourer to provide hands on support to the blasting crews and bulk emulsion delivery units. This is an entry level position, which is a great opportunity in becoming qualified as a Shot Firer, MPU Operator or Driller and developing a long-term career.

You will be required to;

  • Comply with safe working procedures and instructions
  • Assist Shot Firer to prepare blasting activities on the quarry bench
  • Support delivery trucks to pump bulk emulsion product into quarry blast holes
  • Assist Drillers to collar blast holes
  • Support with other duties at the manufacturing plant facility, including assisting with production, maintenance, and housekeeping etc.

You will gain;

  • New skills, qualifications and extensive industry experience
  • Domestic travel opportunities
  • Career and remuneration growth opportunities
  • Experience working in an inclusive company culture and team environment

You will need to bring;

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proven written and academic abilities (preferably achieved NCEA Level 2)
  • Strong personal presentation, history of punctuality and high work attendance record
  • Be physically fit and highly motivated to work with a positive attitude
  • Own transport with current full drivers licence and clean criminal background

Our Plant is near Maramarua but daily jobs are spread between customer sites across the North Island, travel, including overnights away, will be involved so flexibility is essential. We are seeking applicants that reside in the South Auckland or Waikato regions and are available for an immediate start.

This role can at times be physically demanding, is mostly based outdoors, will be supervised until fully qualified and will report to the Region Manager. The ability to work alone and within teams is beneficial to the position, and in contributing positively to RedBull’s strong values and culture.

RedBull’s company values and culture are entrenched with solid relationships, a recognition of family, inclusiveness of all and a steadfast brand personality. Our people are professional, entrepreneurial and dynamic.

If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a rewarding career in a strong and stable company, then we would like to meet you!!

If this sounds like a career path or opportunity for you, if you have the right credentials and any industry experience or are seeking a long-term career in a strong and stable company then come and join us. Come and be part of our energetic team and exciting business.

For more information call Brandon 027 480 0011 or apply now by submitting your CV to HR@redbullpowder.co.nz.

The successful applicant will be required to complete and satisfactorily provide a Ministry of Justice background check, pre-employment medical, including drug & alcohol testing. The position will also be subject to ongoing random testing.

Website: https://www.redbullpowder.co.nz/

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