Charge Up Operator

Gold Fields; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% site allowance

Quarterly bonus up to 10%

Monthly private health insurance allot

6 weeks annual leave

Long service leave after 5 years

FIFO parking discount

$10K employee referral bonus

Job summary

Gold Fields invites applications for a Charge Up Operator to support underground blasting operations at Granny Smith. The role involves charging development and production rounds, handling explosives safely, and preparing blasts in strict compliance with safety standards.

You will report to the Supervisor Underground Production and join a high-performing crew dedicated to blast readiness. WA Shotfirer license and related cards are required; FIFO from Perth applies with a 8/6‑day roster.

Qualifications

• Substantial underground mining experience with charge-up or service crew exposure.
• Experience using emulsions and ANFO in blasting operations.
• Commitment to safety and ability to work in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Charge development and production rounds.
• Safely handle and transport explosives under regulations.
• Tie up and prepare blasts accurately.
• Conduct pre- and post-blast inspections.
• Maintain equipment and report issues promptly.
• Work with underground crew to uphold safety and housekeeping.

Skills

Underground mining

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Problem solving

Education

WA Shotfirer license

C Class Driver's Licence

WA Dangerous Goods Security Card

Working at Heights

Job description

• FIFO from Perth | 8/6 days, 7/7 nights rotating roster at Agnew
• Progress your career and expand your technical skillset
• WA Shotfirer license & Dangerous Goods Security Card required

The Opportunity

As a Charge Up Operator, you’ll be responsible for charging development and production blasts, handling and transporting explosives, maintaining underground firing lines and carrying out shot-firing duties to strict compliance and safety standards.

Reporting to the Supervisor Underground Production, you’ll join a high-performing crew that plays a vital role in underground blast readiness.

This is a great opportunity to step into a specialised role and continue building your career at Granny Smith. If you’d like to make your mark underground, we’d love to hear from you!

Why join Gold Fields?

• Permanent role with a leading gold producer
• 6% site allowance and quarterly bonus up to 10% annually
• Monthly private health insurance allowance
• 6 weeks annual leave, pro-rata long service leave after 5 years
• Cultural leave equivalent to one weeks paid leave (aligned to rostered hours)
• FIFO parking discount
• $10K employee referral bonus

About the Role:

• Charging development and production rounds
• Safely handling and transporting explosives in line with regulations
• Tying up and preparing blasts safely and accurately
• Conducting pre and post-blast inspections
• Maintaining equipment and reporting any issues
• Working collaboratively with the underground crew and maintaining strong safety and housekeeping standards

Skills & Qualifications:

• Substantial underground mining experience (Charge Up or Service crew exposure highly regarded, as well as use of emulsion and ANFO in blasting)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
• A proactive attitude with a commitment to working safely
• Able to work effectively in a team in a physically demanding underground environment
• WA Shotfirer’s license
• Valid manual C Class Driver’s Licence
• WA Dangerous Goods Security Card and Working at Heights

About Gold Fields

At Gold Fields, we’re proud to be one of the world’s leading gold producers and more importantly, we’re a team united by a commitment to safety, respect, and creating lasting value for our people and communities.

Join an organisation endorsed by WORK180 for our commitment to creating an environment where inclusion and belonging matter.

We are committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce, and strongly encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 4 NOVEMBER 2026

Gold Fields is committed to achieving an inclusive workforce. We recognise that the diverse talent of our people will ultimately determine our growth, performance and success. We strongly encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.