Underground Charge Up Operator - FIFO from Perth

Far Southeast Gold Resources, Inc.; Shire Of Leonora; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site allowance

Quarterly bonus

Health insurance allowance

6 weeks annual leave

Parental leave

Cultural leave

Flight from Perth

Referral bonus

Job summary

Granny Smith is a Gold Fields underground operation seeking a Charge Up Operator to manage charging of development and production blasts, handle explosives and maintain firing lines. FIFO from Perth supports a dedicated underground crew focused on safety and efficiency.

This role is a great step for those building a specialised blasting career, with strong safety standards and a pathway to leadership within a long-life mine environment.

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 (or willing to obtain)
• Valid manual C Class Driver's Licence
• WA Dangerous Goods Security Card and Working at Heights

Responsibilities

• 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

Underground mining experience

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Proactive attitude

Tools

Explosives handling

Ground support operations

Job description

Granny Smith is a Gold Fields underground operation seeking a Charge Up Operator to manage charging of development and production blasts, handle explosives and maintain firing lines. FIFO from Perth supports a dedicated underground crew focused on safety and efficiency.

This role is a great step for those building a specialised blasting career, with strong safety standards and a pathway to leadership within a long-life mine environment.