Underground Charge-Up Technician | FIFO from Perth

Gold Fields; Perth; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site allowance

Quarterly bonus

Health insurance allowance

Long service leave

Parental leave

Cultural leave

FIFO flight discount

Referral bonus

Job summary

Gold Fields is seeking a Charge Up Operator to join the underground crew at Agnew on a FIFO from Perth roster. You will charge development and production blasts, handle and transport explosives, and maintain firing lines in strict safety standards.

Reporting to the Supervisor Underground Production, you will contribute to blast readiness and work within a high-performing team. WA Shotfirer licensing and safety credentials are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Underground mining experience required, especially charging up or service crew exposure.
• Experience with emulsion and ANFO blasting.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem solving.
• Commitment to safety and a proactive attitude.
• Able to work in a physically demanding underground environment.
• WA Shotfirer's license or willingness to obtain.
• Valid manual C Class Driver's Licence.
• WA Dangerous Goods Security Card and Working at Heights.

Responsibilities

• Charge development and production rounds.
• Safely handle and transport explosives in line with regulations.
• Tie up and prepare blasts accurately.
• Conduct pre- and post-blast inspections.
• Maintain equipment and report issues.
• Work with underground crew and maintain high safety standards.

Skills

Underground mining experience

Charge Up or Service crew exposure

Emulsion and ANFO blasting

Mechanical aptitude

Safety minded

Team player

WA Shotfirer's license

Manual C Class Driver's Licence

WA Dangerous Goods Security Card

Working at Heights

Job description

Gold Fields is seeking a Charge Up Operator to join the underground crew at Agnew on a FIFO from Perth roster. You will charge development and production blasts, handle and transport explosives, and maintain firing lines in strict safety standards.

Reporting to the Supervisor Underground Production, you will contribute to blast readiness and work within a high-performing team. WA Shotfirer licensing and safety credentials are essential for this role.