Underground Charge-Up Operator | Blasting Specialist, FIFO

Harmony Australasia; Cobar; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme eligibility

Job summary

Harmony Australasia's CSA Mine near Cobar is seeking an experienced Charge Up Operator to join the Production team. You will carry out underground charge-up activities in accordance with legislative requirements and site procedures to ensure safe and efficient blasting operations.

This role offers a 7/7 days and nights roster with residential, DIDO or FIFO options from Brisbane or Sydney, plus a competitive salary with bonus scheme eligibility.

Qualifications

• Underground charge-up experience is required.
• BEUL and UHL licences are essential.
• Security clearance for explosives is required.
• Strong commitment to safety, health and environment.
• Working at Heights and Elevating Work Platform is desirable.
• Experience with MCU blast delivery systems is advantageous.
• Ability to follow mine safety procedures and handle explosives safely.

Responsibilities

• Connecting detonation systems and wiring detonators for controlled blasting.
• Safely loading explosives into drilled holes for blasting.
• Following blast designs from engineering plans and technical drawings.
• Communicating with supervisors and other operators to prepare for firing.
• Preparing and cleaning work areas, checking ground conditions for safe blasting.
• Ensuring the stope is ready for safe blasting.

Skills

Underground charge-up experience

Safety-focused

Effective communication

Education

BEUL and UHL licences

Tools

MCU blast delivery vehicle

Electronic blasting systems

Job description

Harmony Australasia's CSA Mine near Cobar is seeking an experienced Charge Up Operator to join the Production team. You will carry out underground charge-up activities in accordance with legislative requirements and site procedures to ensure safe and efficient blasting operations.

This role offers a 7/7 days and nights roster with residential, DIDO or FIFO options from Brisbane or Sydney, plus a competitive salary with bonus scheme eligibility.