Job Description

Shotfirer/Charge Up Operator - Underground (Eloise Copper Mine)

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Shotfirer / Charge Up Operator - Underground (Eloise Copper Mine)

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About Us

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AIC Mines is entering an exciting period of growth across our North West Queensland operations, with the Jericho Mine progressing towards production over the coming months.

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Located near Cloncurry, Eloise Copper Mine is an established underground operation producing high-grade copper concentrate. Together with the development of Jericho, Eloise is an important part of AIC Mines' growth strategy.

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This is a great opportunity to join an experienced underground team focused on safety, teamwork, performance and continuous improvement.

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The Role

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Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient charging and firing of both development and production blasts across our underground operations.

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This role is critical to supporting mining schedules, maintaining safe work areas and contributing to strong production outcomes.

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Key responsibilities include:

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- Development and production charging, including upholes and downholes
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- Using Orica products and systems, including Hypercharge Emulsion and i-kon detonators
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- Operating Orica Blaster 3000 and i-kon Logger II remote firing systems
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- Preparing, charging and firing underground headings and production stopes
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- Managing explosive storage, transport and stock control in line with site procedures
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- Inspecting work areas, identifying hazards and ensuring all work is completed safely
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- Completing required charging and blasting documentation
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- Working closely with development,



production and technical services teams
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- Supporting the crew to achieve protected and efficient mining outcomes
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About You

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You will be an experienced underground Charge Up Operator or Shotfirer who takes pride in working safely and contributing to a strong team.

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To be successful in the role, you will have:

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- A minimum of one to two years' experience in underground charge-up operations
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- Experience with both development and production charging
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- Experience using Orica charging products, systems and firing equipment, highly regarded
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- A strong commitment to safety and following site procedures
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- Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
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- A current manual Queensland driver's licence
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- The ability to pass a pre-employment medical and police clearance
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- A current Queensland Explosives Security Clearance card and Queensland Shotfirer's Licence are desirable but not essential.
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What We Offer

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- Rotating roster, including 15/13 day shift and 14/14 night shift
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- FIFO from Townsville and Brisbane, or bus-in/bus-out from Cloncurry and surrounding areas
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- Onsite accommodation and meals provided
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- Modern charging systems and equipment
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- Training and career development opportunities
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- A supportive team environment within a growing operation
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- Competitive remuneration and employee benefits
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AIC Mines is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully. We welcome applications from Australian citizens and permanent residents.

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📌 Shotfirer/Charge Up Operator - Underground (Eloise Copper Mine) (Townsville)
🏢 AIC Mines
📍 Townsville