Charge Up Operator - Cowal

The Redpath Group; West Wyalong; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates with superann

Even time roster

Ongoing training and development

PPE provided

Career progression

Discounted health insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Redpath Group is seeking an experienced Underground Charge Up Operator for Lake Cowal, NSW. Join our team to safely charge underground development headings in preparation for blasting activities, coordinating with Jumbo Operators and shift supervisors to keep development on schedule.

Ideal candidates will hold current explosives handling accreditation and relevant mining tickets, with a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence in a high-performance underground environment.

Qualifications

• Previous underground mining experience in a Charge Up role.
• Experience charging underground development headings.
• Current explosives handling accreditation and relevant mining tickets.
• Strong understanding of drill and blast practices and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Charge underground development headings in accordance with blast designs and site procedures.
• Safely handle and load explosives and initiating systems.
• Prepare and tie in blast rounds for firing.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and equipment checks.
• Ensure compliance with all explosives handling, storage and transport requirements.
• Work closely with Jumbo Operators and supervisors to maintain development schedules.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents and equipment defects.
• Complete charging documentation and blast records as required.
• Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards underground.

Skills

Charge up operations

Explosives handling

Drill and blast

Underground mining

Safety procedures

Job description

Underground Charge Up Operator | Lake Cowal | Redpath Mining

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The Redpath Effect

Redpath is a premier full-service, global underground mining contractor with projects throughout Australia and across the globe.

With years of experience, hard work and innovative thinking have positioned Redpath as a reliable solutions provider to the mining industry. Redpath's dynamic teams apply ever-evolving best practices to optimize safety and productivity. We take pride in our superior service level and celebrate our employees, the heart of our company's success.

Join the Team at Lake Cowal

Redpath Australia is seeking experienced Underground Charge Up Operators to join our operations at Evolution Mining's Lake Cowal Underground Gold Mine in New South Wales. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a long-term project with a respected mining contractor while contributing to the safe and efficient delivery of underground mine development activities.

About the Role

As a Charge Up Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient charging of underground development headings in preparation for blasting activities. You will work closely with Jumbo Operators, Shift Supervisors and underground crews to ensure drill and blast activities are completed safely, accurately and in accordance with site procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Charge underground development headings in accordance with blast designs and site procedures
• Safely handle and load explosives and initiating systems
• Prepare and tie in blast rounds for firing
• Conduct pre-start inspections and equipment checks
• Ensure compliance with all explosives handling, storage and transport requirements
• Work closely with Jumbo Operators and supervisors to maintain development schedules
• Identify and report hazards, incidents and equipment defects
• Complete charging documentation and blast records as required
• Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards underground

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous underground mining experience in a Charge Up role
• Demonstrated experience charging underground development headings
• Current explosives handling accreditation and relevant mining tickets
• Strong understanding of drill and blast practices and safety procedures
• Commitment to safety and operational excellence
• Ability to work effectively within a high-performing team environment
• Current Australian work rights
• Ability to pass site medical and employment requirements

Why Join Redpath

• Redpath offers a stable, long-term opportunity where your contribution is valued and your development is supported.
• Competitive hourly rates with super paid on all hours worked
• Even time roster supporting work-life balance
• Ongoing training and OEM-accredited development opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways
• PPE provided
• Salary sacrifice options including superannuation and novated leasing
• Discounted health insurance with BUPA
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses (up to $200)
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Redzone Rewards Program offering discounts and cashback
• Service milestone bonuses: $3,000 (5 years), $10,000 (10 years), $15,000 (15 years), $20,000 (20 years)