Job Overview
Norton Gold Fields is expanding its underground operations and is looking for an experienced Charge Up Operator to join a new underground mine. This project is a convenient 30-minute drive from Kalgoorlie. We are seeking an Underground Charge Up Operator who will work in a safe and efficient manner to achieve development and production targets each shift within the mine plan.
Key Responsibilities
1. Initiate safe explosives handling including transport and signage.
2. Handle safe use of explosives underground including charging, priming and firing.
3. Conduct pre starts on equipment prior to operation.
4. Initiate and participate in equipment handovers with Underground Shift Supervisor and cross shift operator.
5. Follow and interpret mine plan instructions, profiles designs and ground support patterns to achieve good quality development in a timely manner.
6. Exercise good judgment and improving the correct procedure, process or technique.
7. Bogging and transporting material to underground trucks or designated areas as directed by your Underground Shift Supervisor each shift.
8. Report significant changes in the ground conditions and use of consumables.
9. Operate equipment to best practice to minimize damage on equipment.
Requirements
* Minimum 2 years in underground mining (as Service Crew, Truck Operator and/or Nipper).
* Minimum 6 months experience off-siding Underground Charge Up Operators.
* Basic knowledge of Mine Regulations, Act and HSE Regulations.
* Current WA Shot-firing license.
* Current WA Dangerous Goods Security Card (DGSC).