Graduate - Blasting Engineer
OricaJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
Orica’s 2026 Graduate Program in Blasting Engineering is a two-year, two-rotation pathway with mentorship and a route to a permanent role, based at Stockton Coal Mine, Westport, NZ. You’ll rotate through technical services on-site with a blast crew, gain hands-on blasting experience, and learn product stewardship of electronic blasting systems and bulk explosive delivery, plus formal training in blasting concepts and design. Eligible are graduates from 2024 or 2025 in Mining, Civil, Geotechnical, Geology or Earth Science with a Bachelor’s or higher degree. Relocation support is offered; applications close 6 March 2026. Tips: tailor your CV to field experience, safety and problem solving, highlight quarrying or open-pit exposure, and show willingness to relocate and learn from senior engineers.
About Orica
Orica is one of the world’s leading mining and infrastructure solutions providers. From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilise the earth’s resources.
At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Founded in 1874 as a supplier of explosives to the Victorian gold fields in Australia, we have grown to become a world leader in mining and civil blasting and technology with a presence in over 100 countries. Every day, all around the world, our diverse team of more than 13,000 people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress
About the Orica Graduate Program
We are excited to invite applications for our 2026 Graduate Program, commencing in March 2026.
As a graduate, you’ll be part of a two-year program featuring:
- Structured 2-Year Program – Two 12-month rotations across operations;
- Mentorship – Learn from some of the best minds in the industry;
- Network – Connect with a global community of engineers and professionals;
- Global Impact – Work on real-world engineering challenges that make a difference;
- Permanent Role – Opportunity to land a full-time position after the program.
About the Graduate - Blasting Engineer
As a Graduate Blasting Engineer, you will have the opportunity to rotate through a variety of Technical Services teams to make a tangible impact on our day-to-day operations.
Your graduate program will include:
- A significant period on site as a part of a blast crew to learn the practical, hands-on aspects of blasting;
- Experience providing customers with product stewardship of electronic blasting systems and bulk explosive delivery systems;
- Formal in-class learning with from industry experts to develop deep understanding of blasting concepts, blast design skills, and explosive product knowledge;
- Contribute to project teams delivering explosive product implementations, blast performance & design optimisation, and innovative technology trials;
- Shadowing a senior Technical Service Engineer to gain invaluable exposure to project management, technical investigations and specialist blasting engineering skills.
Orica is the leading supplier of commercial explosives which enables our graduates to rotate through the most extensive range of blasting applications in different markets:
- Open-pit Coal
- Quarrying
What you will bring
You’re studying or have recently completed a degree in:
- Mining, Civil Engineering;
- Geotechnical Engineering, Geology or Earth Science related Disciplines.
- Graduation year: 2024 or 2025
- Degree level: Bachelor’s, Postgraduate, or Master’s
Location & Support
The role will be based at Stockton Coal Mine, Westport.
We offer relocation assistance, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.
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. Orica is committed to improving diversity, embedding equity, and supporting an inclusive work culture.
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.