Techforce Personnel is currently seeking experienced Charge Up Operators and Shotfirers for multiple Tier 1 underground hard-rock mining operations across South Australia.

What's on Offer?

- FIFO from Adelaide or Port Augusta (flights from interstate major capital cities may be considered)
- $75.00 - $90.00 per hour
- 2:2 roster
- Temp-to-perm opportunities
- Immediate starts available
- Career progression with leading mining operations

As a Charge Up Operator / Shotfirer, your duties may include:

- Charging underground development and production headings
- Protected handling, transportation and storage of explosives
- Priming, loading and tying up blast rounds
- Conducting pre-charge and post-blast inspections
- Operating and maintaining Underground Charge-Up Units (MCUs)
- Managing blast exclusion zones and blast clearance procedures
- Maintaining accurate explosive usage and blast records
- Working closely with Jumbo, Nipper and Development crews to achieve production targets
- Ensuring compliance with site explosives management plans and legislative requirements




- Identifying and reporting misfires, ground conditions and safety hazards
- Assisting with ventilation and re-entry processes following blasting activities
- Adhering to all safety, environmental and operational procedures

To be considered, applicants must possess:

- Previous underground hard-rock mining experience
- Current Shotfirer's Licence (highly regarded)
- Current SSAN (Security Sensitive Ammonium Nitrate) Accreditation
- Current Australian Driver's Licence
- Full Australian working rights
- Current National Police Clearance (issued within the last 6 months) or willingness to obtain one
- Current First Aid certificate (within the last 3 years) or willingness to obtain
- Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen

Apply now or reach out to Claire at [email protected] to discuss further!

📌 Charge Up Operators (Adelaide)
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📍 Adelaide