Explosives Test & Evaluation Technician

Regional NSW | Permanent | Hands-on role with genuine career progression

Your new company 
RUREX is a specialist Australian explosives business operating its Explosives Test & Evaluation Centre in Byrock, NSW. The business supports Defence and commercial customers across testing, research, qualification, through-life support and disposal of energetic products. This is an opportunity to move beyond routine production blasting and build a broader technical career in explosives.
Your new role 
You’ll work hands-on across specialist explosives testing, trials and range operations.

• Prepare and execute explosive tests and trials
• Work with unfamiliar products and technical scenarios
• Identify risks, unknowns and practical solutions
• Coordinate with customers, OEMs and technical teams
• Maintain control of safe explosive operations
• Take ownership of work from planning through to execution
• Develop into broader technical and operational responsibility

This is not a traditional rostered shotfiring role. It suits someone who wants greater ownership and responsibility for the outcome.
What you'll need to succeed 

Practical shotfiring, charge-up, drill & blast, explosives or EO experience

Strong explosives fundamentals and safety judgement

Calm, practical decision-making when there isn’t an obvious answer

Confidence to question assumptions and challenge unsafe requests

Curiosity and willingness to learn unfamiliar products and processes

A hands-on attitude and genuine ownership of your work

You do not need 20 years of experience. RUREX is open to developing professionals who demonstrate the right aptitude and judgement.
What you'll get in return 

Permanent opportunity in Byrock, NSW

Specialist work outside traditional production blasting

Exposure to Defence and technically challenging projects

Hands-on testing and evaluation experience

Direct customer and OEM exposure

Genuine progression into technical services, operational responsibility and leadership

Opportunity to join a specialist Australian business during an exciting stage of growth

What you need to do now 
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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