Underground Charge-Up Operator - Long-Term Mine Role

Redpath Mining Inc.; Nymagee; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term role

Competitive hourly rates

On-the-job training

PPE provided

Career progression

Job summary

Redpath Mining is seeking an experienced Underground Charge Up Operator to join the Federation Mine in New South Wales. The role focuses on safe charging of underground development headings ahead of blasting, working with Jumbo Operators and underground crews to ensure accurate, compliant operations.

You will need current explosives handling accreditation and relevant mining tickets, with a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must have underground mining experience in a Charge Up role.
• Proven 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

Underground mining

Charge up operations

Explosives handling

Drill and blast

Safety compliance

Education

Explosives handling accreditation

Job description

Redpath Mining is seeking an experienced Underground Charge Up Operator to join the Federation Mine in New South Wales. The role focuses on safe charging of underground development headings ahead of blasting, working with Jumbo Operators and underground crews to ensure accurate, compliant operations.

You will need current explosives handling accreditation and relevant mining tickets, with a commitment to safety and teamwork.