Ammunition Technician / Firing Officer

12 month minimum contract to fire prototype explosives being researched by the Department of Defence. For an explosives handling expert interested in helping Defence develop more effective explosives.

• Requires experience Explosive Ordnance qualifications or relevant industry training and experience, and Australian Citizenship essential (for security Clearances)
• $ Based on Experience
• 12 month full time contract, with potential to go longer

Your Next Employer...You'll be working with the R&D department for the Department of Defence (Defence Science Technology Group, DTSG) in Edinburgh. DSTG is currently supporting research into guided weapons prototyping.

The Role...The Firing Officer will, under direction, undertake the following major duties:1. When authorised, will perform specific types of firings including a. Intentional functioning of detonators,b. High explosive chargesc. Pyrotechnic devices,d. Rocket motors,e. Weapons,f. Gas guns g. Propellant charges2. Prepare weapons, firing systems and/or explosive charges as appropriate3. Assist in the maintenance of laboratoriesand equipment4. Assist in the preparation and review of risk assessments and process documentation. 

You Will Need...Demonstrated experience, knowledge and skills in the following areas:1. Storage, handling and firing of explosive ordnance2. Handling and preparation of explosive devices and charges3. Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team4. Basic electronics knowledge including and understanding of firing and instrumentation systems used with explosive ordnance. QualificationsRelevant Defence EO qualification, similar to an Army Ammunition Technician or relevant Industry training and/or experience To be an Australian Citizen (ESSENTIAL)

For more information , call Ragland on 03 9573 1508