Introduction

We are currently seeking skilled Charge Up Operators to our join clients team based in the Goldfields of Western Australia. This is an excellent opportunity to work on established mining projects, utilizing your expertise in explosives handling and underground production while benefiting from strong safety culture & career progression pathways.

What are you going to do

Key Responsibilities

  • Safe and efficient handling, transport and storage of explosives and blasting agents.
  • Safe and efficient charging and firing of development faces or production stopes.
  • Complete pre-starts and report hazards or defects immediately
  • Follow plans, instructions and traffic management rules
  • Help teammates, share knowledge and support a strong crew culture

Essential skills and knowledge 

Requirements

  • Development and production charging experience.
  • ANFO highly desirable.
  • Experience with Normet explosive charging equipment.
  • Ensure compliance and implementation of site blasting and evacuation procedures.
  • Install and/or removal of mine services and ventilation.
  • Valid manual C Class Australian Drivers Licence (Essential).
  • Valid Shotfirers Licence, Dangerous Good Security Card and Working at Heights (Essential).
  • First Aid Certificate with CPR (Essential)
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams
  • Detailed knowledge of underground mining and safety regulations

Full Australian Working Rights are Required for this role.

What we offer

  • DIDO - 14/14 Roster
  • 12-Hour Shifts
  • Corporate discounts
  • Opportunity to contribute to meaningful cultural heritage survey work with Traditional Owner involvement

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact a.delos.santos@brunel.net

Closing: July 08, 2026

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Vacancy reference: CR-289168

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