Charge Up Operators

Charge Up Operators

Contract Type:

Casual

Location:

SA - Adelaide (CBD) - South Australia 

Industry:

Mining / Oil & Gas / Utilities

Contact Name:

Claire S

Contact Email:


Contact Phone:

(08) 8362 0600

Date Published:

09-Nov-2026

Techforce Personnel is currently seeking experienced Charge Up Operators and Shotfirers for multiple Tier 1 underground hard-rock mining operations across South Australia.

What's on Offer?
  • FIFO from Adelaide or Port Augusta (flights from interstate major capital cities may be considered)
  • $75.00 - $90.00 per hour
  • 2:2 roster
  • Temp-to-perm opportunities
  • Immediate starts available
  • Career progression with leading mining operations
As a Charge Up Operator / Shotfirer, your duties may include:
  • Charging underground development and production headings
  • Safe handling, transportation and storage of explosives
  • Priming, loading and tying up blast rounds
  • Conducting pre-charge and post-blast inspections
  • Operating and maintaining Underground Charge-Up Units (MCUs)
  • Managing blast exclusion zones and blast clearance procedures
  • Maintaining accurate explosive usage and blast records
  • Working closely with Jumbo, Nipper and Development crews to achieve production targets
  • Ensuring compliance with site explosives management plans and legislative requirements
  • Identifying and reporting misfires, ground conditions and safety hazards
  • Assisting with ventilation and re-entry processes following blasting activities
  • Adhering to all safety, environmental and operational procedures
To be considered, applicants must possess:
  • Previous underground hard-rock mining experience
  • Current Shotfirer's Licence (highly regarded)
  • Current SSAN (Security Sensitive Ammonium Nitrate) Accreditation
  • Current Australian Driver's Licence
  • Full Australian working rights
  • Current National Police Clearance (issued within the last 6 months) or willingness to obtain one
  • Current First Aid certificate (within the last 3 years) or willingness to obtain
  • Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen
Apply now or reach out to Claire at claires@techforce.com.au to discuss further! 
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