Shotfirer, Ringa pahū
Also known as
- Explosives technician, blast technician, drill and blast technician
Shotfirers place and detonate explosives to demolish structures or to loosen or remove earth, rock or other materials.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$29 to $60
Most common
$80
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Shotfirers
- usually work irregular hours
- usually work in mines or construction sites
- may work in dusty, dirty, loud and hazardous conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be accurate, methodical and safety conscious
Tasks
- determine operational compliance with regulations or standards
- select tools, equipment, or technologies for use in operations or projects
- prepare explosives for detonation
- position safety or support equipment
- direct construction or extraction personnel
- operate detonation equipment
- pour materials into or on designated areas
- mark reference points on construction materials
- record operational or environmental data
- measure work site dimensions
Practical
Investigative
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou need to do training to become a shotfirer.
You need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Blasting (Level 4)
- to hold a Controlled Substances Licence and Approved Handler Certification
- to pass a police check
- a driver licence with a special-type vehicle endorsement
You may need
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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