Charge Up Operators

Macmahon; Reefton; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation allowance

Flights provided

Transport provided

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. Macmahon will deliver underground development, production and backfill services as part of this exciting project.

The role requires minimum 12 months charging experience, a strong safety mindset, a team approach, and NZ Class 1 driver license and Explosive License.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate Normet explosive charging equipment.
• Handle, transport, store, charge, and fire explosives and blasting agents per site procedures and legislation.
• Carry out development face and production charging while maintaining safety standards.
• Install and remove mine services and ventilation as required.
• Complete pre-start inspections, report hazards or defects, and document accurately.
• Follow mine plans and traffic management procedures to keep operations productive.
• Contribute to Macmahon's people-first culture and strong crew environment.

Skills

Charge Up Operator experience

Explosives handling

Safety focus

Teamwork

Tools

Normet explosive charging equipment

Job description

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.

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.

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

About the Role

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. Macmahon will be delivering underground development, production and backfill services as part of this exciting project.

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.