Site Supervisor - Kuching

Date: 7 Oct 2025

Location: Kuching, 13, MY, 94700

Company: Orica

About Orica At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world
It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work About the role Join Our Team in Kuching as a Site Supervisor
Are you ready to take the lead in a role that blends operational excellence with safety leadership? We’re looking for a Site Supervisor to join our team in Kuching, where you’ll play a key role in managing Orica’s on-site operations, including teams, plant, and equipment.
In this dynamic position, you will:

• Lead and inspire on-site teams to deliver high-quality blasting services.
• Ensure full compliance with service level agreements, corporate policies, and regulatory standards.
• Champion safety by implementing Orica’s SHES (Safety, Health, Environment & Security) requirements.
• Drive innovation through the full adoption of CHECKPOINT and continuous improvement of our Quality programs.

This is more than just a supervisory role, it’s a chance to make a real impact in the field, foster a strong safety culture, and grow your career with a global leader in mining and blasting solutions What you will be doing

• Operational & Financial Support
  Provide analytical and decision-making support to the Area Manager, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing operational costs and enhancing site efficiency.
• Strategic Site Planning
  Actively participate in short-, medium-, and long-term planning for site operations, including budgeting, capital expenditures, staffing, and resource modeling.
• Compliance & Safety Leadership
  Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure site operations meet regulatory standards and company safety policies. Lead monthly safety meetings and complete the annual Letter of Assurance, ensuring all assigned actions are tracked and closed.
• Inventory & Profitability Management
  Perform mandatory monthly inventory counts and reconciliations. Analyze stock levels to optimize inventory, reduce waste, and improve site profitability through effective stock rotation.
• Training & Team Development
  Oversee employee training plans, ensuring all mandatory training is completed and documented. Motivate and supervise team members to reach their full potential while maintaining high safety and service standards.
• Operational Execution & Scheduling
  Manage daily employee schedules to meet customer requirements. Ensure smooth site operations including raw material ordering, preventative maintenance, and housekeeping.
• Customer & Regulatory Engagement
  Maintain strong relationships with customers by identifying opportunities to improve service delivery. Manage external audits and inspections, implementing corrective actions as needed to ensure compliance and customer satisfaction.

What you will bring

• Engineering Degree preferably, Mechanical, with strong mechanical aptitude, especially in truck and pump maintenance-this is essential.
• Minimum 5 years in maintenance operations, with a proven ability to perform under pressure in demanding site environments.
• Maintenance-driven mindset, with hands-on experience in equipment upkeep and a proactive approach to preventative maintenance.
• Team leadership experience (5+ years), with a focus on motivating and developing staff
• Strong understanding of SHES standards and regulatory compliance, including federal and local site requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively within multi-cultural teams, with a clear aptitude for the mining and blasting industry.

What we offer As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills
You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home 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 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