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Underground Charge-Up Operator | SA Underground Mines ex Adelaide | 8/6 FIFO

Orica
6 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
8/6 FIFO Jobs, FIFO Mining Jobs, FIFO Drill and Blast Jobs, FIFO Underground Mining Jobs

About the Role

Orica is recruiting Underground Charge-Up Operators for its underground blasting crews, working an 8/6 FIFO roster from Adelaide with site accommodation and meals provided while rostered on. You will be part of the charge crew delivering safe, accurate blasts for Orica's underground mining customers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out charge-up activities including loading, tying in and firing blasts
  • Manage explosives magazines and stock in line with procedure
  • Follow drill and blast plans so each blast is executed safely and to design
  • Provide leadership and guidance to other members of the blast crew
  • Support the training and development of new crew members
  • Work alongside site teams to deliver the standard of service the customer expects

About You

  • Current or recent Australian Shotfirer's Licence is preferred
  • At least 12 months on an underground charge-up crew
  • Strong personal commitment to safety in an underground environment
  • Comfortable working at remote sites on a rotating roster
  • Positive, team focused approach
  • Australian working rights

What's on Offer

  • 8/6 FIFO roster from Adelaide
  • Site accommodation and meals provided while rostered on
  • Competitive salary
  • Career pathways into technical services, blast engineering and leadership
  • A collaborative crew and a safety first workplace

About Orica

Orica has been in commercial explosives since 1874 and is one of the largest providers of blasting products and services to mining and civil customers worldwide, employing more than 13,000 people and investing heavily in automated charging technology.

Apply directly on Orica's careers site using the apply link on this listing.