Underground Charge-Up Operator (MCU) | WA Underground Mines ex Perth | 8/6 FIFO
OricaAbout the Role
Orica is hiring an experienced Underground Charge-Up Operator (MCU Operator) to join its blasting crews on underground mine sites in Western Australia. The role is fly-in fly-out on an 8/6 roster based out of Perth, with site accommodation and meals provided while you are rostered on. It was posted on Orica's careers site on 18 September 2026 and no closing date is listed.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out underground charge-up work including magazine management, loading, tying in and firing blasts
- Work to the drill and blast design so every shot is fired safely and as planned
- Provide leadership and guidance to the crew on shift
- Help train and develop new members of the team
- Work with the site team to deliver a reliable blasting service
- Champion safety as a core value in everything you do
About You
- At least 12 months on an underground charge-up crew
- Current or recent Australian Shotfirer's Licence, preferred
- Comfortable working in remote underground mining environments
- Strong safety focus and a positive, team-first approach
What's on Offer
- 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth
- Site accommodation and meals while on roster
- Competitive salary
- Career pathways into Technical Services, Blast Engineering and leadership roles
- Training and development inside a global business
About Orica
Orica is the world's largest provider of commercial explosives and blasting systems to the mining, quarrying and construction industries, with more than 13,000 people worldwide and a history going back to 1874. In Australia its charge-up crews work on underground and open pit mines across every mining state.
Apply directly on Orica's careers site using the apply link on this listing.