Join a well-known underground mining contractor at a large-scale hard rock operation in Central NSW.
This is a long-term opportunity for experienced Charge Up Operators looking for a lifestyle-friendly roster, strong earning potential and the chance to progress into a permanent position.
Lifestyle-friendly 2:2 roster (7 days, 7 nights, 14 off)
12-hour shifts with accommodation and meals provided
Long-term contract with an established underground mining contractor
DIDO / FIFO options available with DIDO allowance or flights paid
Start as a casual labour hire contractor with the intention of moving to a permanent position after 26 weeks / 12 swings (extremely likely but not guaranteed)
The Mine Site
Based in Central NSW, you'll be working at a large and established gold mining operation with both open pit and underground operations.
The underground mine is relatively new and continues to ramp up production, providing plenty of long-term work and development opportunities.
Long mine life with significant ongoing investment in the underground operation
Modern underground operation with a strong focus on safety and development
Large site with an experienced mining and contracting workforce
Accommodation provided in a purpose-built mining camp
Close-knit underground crews with a strong team culture
The Role
Joining an experienced underground team, you'll be responsible for safely charging production stopes and preparing them for blasting.
You'll work closely with production, engineering and underground crews in a modern hard rock mining environment.
Operate Normet charge rigs to safely charge production stopes using JOHNEX explosives
Charge longhole production rings in line with blast designs and site procedures




Safely handle and use explosives in accordance with site and legislative requirements
Complete pre-starts, blast records and required shift documentation
Work closely with engineers, supervisors and production crews to deliver safe and efficient blasting activities
Roster & Camp
The position offers a genuine two-weeks-on, two-weeks-off lifestyle roster, with everything taken care of while you're on swing.
2:2 roster (7 days, 7 nights, 14 days off)
12-hour shifts - approximately 5:30am to 5:30pm / 5:30pm to 5:30am
Private ensuite accommodation at a purpose-built camp in Central NSW
Buffet-style breakfast and evening meals provided
Daily shuttle bus between camp and site
Your Background
We're looking for experienced Charge Up Operators who have worked within underground hard rock mining and are confident working as part of a production crew.
A current NSW BUEL is essential for the position.
Current NSW Blast User's Explosives Licence (BUEL) - essential
Previous charge up experience within underground hard rock mining
Experience with JOHNEX or similar emulsion explosive systems highly regarded
Unrestricted driver's licence with the ability to drive manual vehicles
What's On Offer
This is a excellent opportunity to join a reputable mining contractor with a strong pipeline of work and an established presence across the Australian underground mining industry.
Attractive casual hourly rates + super
Clear pathway from casual labour hire into a permanent position
Long-term project with approximately four years remaining on the contractor's current site agreement
Regular opportunities for training, development and progression
Excellent roster, camp facilities and a close-knit underground crew
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📌 Charge Up Operator (New South Wales)
🏢 Marble Group
📍 New South Wales