Charge Up Operator
- Operate Normet explosive charging equipment safely and efficiently.
- Handle, transport, and store explosives and blasting agents.
- Ensure compliance with site blasting and evacuation procedures.
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: Various projects across Australia
- Roster: 7/7 (rotating days and nights) OR 14/14 (days and nights)
- Competitive benefits package including:
- Paid Parental Leave for primary carers
- Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)
- Novated leases
- Comprehensive wellbeing program
About the Role
Macmahon Underground is seeking a safety-focused Charge Up operator and be an integral part of the crew by prioritising safety and demonstrating your development and production charging experience on Normet charge up equipment.
Responsibilities
- Safe, efficient operation on Normet explosive charging equipment
- Safe and efficient handling, transport and storage of explosives and blasting agents
- Safe and efficient charging and firing of development faces or production stopes
- Ensure compliance and implementation of site blasting and evacuation procedures
- Paperwork to be filled in correctly
- Install and/or removal of mine services and ventilation.
- Complete pre-starts and report hazards or defects immediately
- Follow plans, instructions and traffic management rules
- Contribute to our people-first culture and live our Winning Values
- Help teammates, share knowledge and support a strong crew culture
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 manual (C class) Australian drivers licence (Essential)
- WA Shotfirers Licence, Dangerous Good Security Card and First Aid Certificate (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.
Keen to join a Winning Team? Apply now.
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