Charge Up Operators

Macmahon; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation allowance

Flights and transport provided forFIFO

Job summary

Macmahon Underground is returning to New Zealand and seeking experienced Charge Up Operators to join the Snowy River Gold Mine Project near Reefton on New Zealand’s South Island.

As part of this opportunity, Macmahon will deliver underground development, production and backfill services from October 2026, and you will work with a safety‑focused team in a high‑standard site environment, supporting a positive crew culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience as a Charge Up Operator.
• Demonstrated experience in development and production charging.
• Strong safety focus and ability to speak up.
• A team mindset and reliable work ethic.
• Valid Class 1 (unrestricted manual) New Zealand drivers licence (essential).
• Valid Class 1 Explosive License New Zealand (essential).

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate Normet explosive charging equipment.
• Handle, transport, store, charge, and fire explosives and blasting agents in accordance with site procedures and legislative requirements.
• Carry out development face and production charging activities while maintaining compliance with site blasting, evacuation, and safety standards.
• Install and remove mine services and ventilation as required.
• Complete pre-start inspections, identify and report hazards or equipment defects, and ensure all documentation is completed accurately.
• Follow mine plans, supervisor instructions, and traffic management procedures to support safe and productive operations.
• Contribute to Macmahon's people-first culture by living our Winning Values, supporting teammates, sharing knowledge, and fostering a strong crew environment.

Skills

Charge Up Operator

Safety focus

Team player

Tools

Normet charging equipment

Job description

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Together. Works. At Macmahon, you’ll find something different. We’re a successful mining and civil contractor that’s going places – and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you’re joining a quality team that’s built together, and built to last.

Together. Works. At Macmahon, you’ll find something different. We’re a successful mining and civil contractor that’s going places – and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you’re joining a quality team that’s built together, and built to last. Macmahon has more than 30 years’ experience as a leading underground mining contractor. With an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, our underground mining team applies a strong safety culture to all aspects of operations. In our underground mining crews, teamwork isn’t just talk – it’s how we operate. You’ll be part of a crew that gets in, gets the job done and backs each other every shift. Safe, steady and reliable is how we keep things moving.

Role Details

• Location: Snowy River Gold Mine Project – Reefton, New Zealand’s South Island
• Roster: 7:7 (Local) or 14:14 (FIFO)
• Accommodation allowance provided for local personnel
• Flights, transport and accommodation provided for FIFO personnel
• Competitive remuneration package

Macmahon Underground is returning to New Zealand and seeking experienced Charge Up Operators to join the Snowy River Gold Mine Project near Reefton on New Zealand’s South Island.

As part of this exciting opportunity, Macmahon will deliver underground development, production and backfill services from October 2026.

We are looking for safety-focused operators with proven underground mining experience, including the operation of Normet charge-up equipment, to play a key role in our growing underground team.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate Normet explosive charging equipment.
• Handle, transport, store, charge, and fire explosives and blasting agents in accordance with site procedures and legislative requirements.
• Carry out development face and production stope charging activities while maintaining compliance with site blasting, evacuation, and safety standards.
• Install and remove mine services and ventilation as required.
• Complete pre-start inspections, identify and report hazards or equipment defects, and ensure all documentation is completed accurately.
• Follow mine plans, supervisor instructions, and traffic management procedures to support safe and productive operations.
• Contribute to Macmahon's people-first culture by living our Winning Values, supporting teammates, sharing knowledge, and fostering a strong crew environment.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 12 months experience as a Charge Up Operator.
• Demonstrated experience in development and production charging.
• Strong safety focus and ability to speak up.
• A team mindset and reliable work ethic.
• Commitment to contributing to a positive culture.
• Valid Class 1 (unrestricted manual) New Zealand drivers licence (essential).
• Valid Class 1 Explosive License New Zealand (essential).

Why Macmahon?

• Real teamwork with people who know their stuff and who genuinely look out for each other.
• Support to learn and grow, across stable long-term projects.