Production Charge Up Operator (Underground)

Endura Mining; Little River; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Accommodation Allowance

Work bus from Reefton and Greymouth

Healthcare provided for all staff

Ongoing training and career发展

Supportive and safety-focused workload

Employee wellbeing and assistance

Job summary

Endura Mining is hiring for a Production Charge Up Operator to join our foundational team in New Zealand. You will help drive safe, efficient charging of underground stopes in line with blast designs and site procedures, contributing to rapid growth and production targets.

You will work closely with Production, Technical Services and Drill & Blast crews, operate MMUs and related equipment, and ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Previous underground mining experience.
• Demonstrated experience in underground production charge-up operations.
• Current Manual Driver Licence.
• Hold or be able to obtain a Controlled Substances Licence (where required ).
• Strong knowledge of underground production blasting practices and explosives handling requirements.
• Commitment to health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to follow blast designs and procedures accurately.
• Ability to identify hazards and implement effective controls.
• Ability to work a 7/7 roster (days and nights).

Responsibilities

• Underground production blasting charge-up responsibilities as per blast plans.
• Operate charging equipment and ensure safe handling of explosives.
• Maintain accurate blast and explosives records.
• Identify hazards and report equipment faults or safety concerns.
• Collaborate with Production Drillers, Bogger Operators and Supervisors to meet targets.

Skills

Underground mining experience

Explosives handling

Blast design understanding

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Tools

MMUs

Job description

Job Description

This is a rare opportunity to join Endura Mining at a foundational stage and help shape its future from the ground up. With active site operations in New Zealand and a growing Sydney based corporate team, we are entering an exciting phase of rapid growth and transformation.

Endura is led by a world class executive team with deep operational experience and a shared long term vision to build a modern, values driven mining company.

With production targeted within the 6 months, our strategy is to grow into a multi asset business operating 3 to 5 gold and copper projects. The stage is set for you to be part of this journey from the very beginning, where your impact will directly influence how we scale and succeed.

The Production Charge Up Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient charging of underground production stopes in accordance with mine plans, blast designs and site procedures.

Working closely with Production, Technical Services and Drill & Blast teams, this role ensures explosives are handled, transported and utilised safely to achieve planned production outcomes while maintaining compliance with legislative requirements and Endura's safety standards.

Job Requirements

• Safely transport, handle and use explosives in accordance with site procedures and statutory requirements.
• Charge underground production stopes in line with approved blast designs and schedules.
• Operate Mobile Manufacturing Units (MMUs) and ancillary charging equipment where applicable.
• Conduct pre-start inspections of charging equipment and explosive storage facilities.
• Prepare production stopes for charging and blasting activities.
• Install primers, detonators and initiation system in accordance with approved ed blast plans.
• Ensure blast exclusion zones, barricading and clearances are established and maintained.
• Participate in blast preparation, tie-up, firing and post-blast inspection activities.
• Monitor charging quality and identify opportunities to improve blast outcomes.
• Maintain accurate blast and explosives consumption records.
• Identify and report equipment faults, safety hazards and operational issues.
• Work collaboratively with Production Drillers, Bogger Operators, Supervisors and Technical Services personnel to achieve production targets.

Job Responsibilities

• Previous underground mining experience.
• Demonstrated experience in underground production charge-up operations.
• Current Manual Driver Licence.
• Hold or be able to obtain a Controlled Substances Licence (where required ).
• Strong knowledge of underground production blasting practices and explosives handling requirements.
• Commitment to health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to follow blast designs and procedures accurately.
• Ability to identify hazards and implement effective controls.
• Ability to work a 7/7 roster (days and nights).

Job Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Accommodation Allowance.
• Work bus from Reefton and Greymouth.
• Healthcare provided for all staff.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Supportive and safety-focused workplace culture.
• Employee wellbeing and assistance programs.

Why Endura?

At Endura, your impact will be felt every day. You will have the autonomy to make the role your own, the opportunity to shape how we operate, and the chance to grow alongside a business that is scaling fast. This is not just another role, it is your chance to be part of something exciting, meaningful, and full of possibility.

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