Group
Occupation
732332 Shot Firer
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
732332 Shot Firer
Assembles, positions and detonates explosives at a mining or demolition site.
Registration or licensing is required.
Specialisations
- Blast Crew Operator
- Charge Up Operator
- Drill and Blast Supervisor
Skill level: 4
Main tasks
- 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