Vault Minerals is a dynamic and cohesive company born from the merger of Red 5 Limited and Silverlake Resources, uniting our shared vision for the future. With our base in Australia, Vault Minerals is now strategically positioned to unlock greater value, expand our operations, and execute our strategy of providing larger, longer-life, and lower-cost gold production.
Deflector Operation consists of two high-grade, narrow vein Gold/Copper mines, located 160 km east of Geraldton. The ore is contained in a series of structurally complex lodes, namely the Deflector and Deflector Southwest deposits.
Reporting to the Underground Supervisor, the Charge Up Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently preparing, charging, and firing development and production drill holes in underground mining operations. This role ensures full compliance with Vault Minerals' operational procedures, legislative requirements, and best practice safety standards to achieve production and safety targets.
This position will be offered on a 14:14 FIFO roster from Perth or 14:14 DIDO roster from Geraldton.
Key Responsibilities of this Role Will Include:
* Load and charge development faces, production stopes, and rises using authorised explosives and detonators in accordance with site procedures
* Conduct blast tie-ins and ensure blast area is properly prepared and isolated
* Monitor and inspect charged faces for safety compliance prior to blasting
* Maintain explosives magazines and consumable inventories
* Safely take delivery, transport, handle, and use explosives and detonators in compliance with Dangerous Goods Act requirements
* Operate light vehicles and charge-up equipment as required for blasting activities
* Conduct basic maintenance inspections on explosive delivery equipment
* Accurately complete blasting reports, charge plans, and log sheets
* Communicate clearly with mining crews via two-way radio systems during charge-up and blast activities
* Manage the opening and closing of the underground tag board
* Assist with other underground tasks as directed by supervisor
About You:
* Completion of Year 10 education
* Minimum 1 year experience in underground operations in a charge up crew
* Proven track record of safe underground blasting
* Extensive record of safe underground mining practices
Required Certifications:
* WA Manual Driver's Licence (C-Class)
* WA Dangerous Goods Security Card (DGSC)
* Senior First Aid Certificate
* Working at Heights Certification
* Level 1 & Level 2 Isolation (Site Inducted)
* Knowledge in Gas Test Atmospheric (Site Inducted)
* Shotfirer's Ticket (desirable)
* Experience in the use of ANFO (desirable)
What We Offer
* Competitive salary
* Long-term incentive plans
* Paid Parental Leave
* Paywise offers the following employee benefits to Vault Minerals employees:
* Novated Lease Vehicles
* Trade Tools
* FIFO Travel
* Portable Electronic Devices
* Self-Education
* Airport Lounge Membership
Our Recruitment Process
As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen, and a National Police Clearance.
If you would like to join us on our growth journey, please apply now.
Vault Minerals kindly requests that agencies do not send unsolicited resumes unless specifically invited to do so.