Charge Up Operator

Brunel; Kalgoorlie; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel is currently seeking skilled Charge Up Operators to join our team in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia. This role focuses on safe explosives handling and supports career progression in mining projects.

Key responsibilities include the efficient use of explosives, communication skills, and compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must hold a valid Shotfirers Licence and a C Class Australian Drivers Licence, along with essential health and safety certificates.

Qualifications

• Development and production charging experience.
• ANFO highly desirable.
• Experience with Normet explosive charging equipment.
• Valid manual C Class Australian Drivers Licence (Essential).
• Valid Shotfirers Licence, Dangerous Good Security Card and Working at Heights (Essential).
• First Aid Certificate with CPR (Essential).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detailed knowledge of underground mining and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient handling, transport and storage of explosives.
• Charging and firing of development faces or production stopes.
• Complete pre-starts and report hazards or defects immediately.
• Follow plans, instructions and traffic management rules.
• Help teammates and support a strong crew culture.

Job description

We are currently seeking skilled Charge Up Operators to our join clients team based in the Goldfields of Western Australia. This is an excellent opportunity to work on established mining projects, utilizing your expertise in explosives handling and underground production while benefiting from strong safety culture & career progression pathways.

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient handling, transport and storage of explosives and blasting agents.
• Safe and efficient charging and firing of development faces or production stopes.
• Complete pre-starts and report hazards or defects immediately.
• Follow plans, instructions and traffic management rules.
• Help teammates, share knowledge and support a strong crew culture.

Requirements

• Development and production charging experience.
• ANFO highly desirable.
• Experience with Normet explosive charging equipment.
• Ensure compliance and implementation of site blasting and evacuation procedures.
• Install and/or removal of mine services and ventilation.
• Valid manual C Class Australian Drivers Licence (Essential).
• Valid Shotfirers Licence, Dangerous Good Security Card and Working at Heights (Essential).
• First Aid Certificate with CPR (Essential).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Detailed knowledge of underground mining and safety regulations.

Full Australian Working Rights are Required for this role.

Job Offer

• DIDO - 14/14 Roster
• 12-Hour Shifts
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful cultural heritage survey work with Traditional Owner involvement

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact **************@brunel.net.