Charge Up Operator

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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