Charge Up and Blast Preparation Operator
Core
Safely preparing and charging blast holes underground to support efficient blasting operations.
Role type
Physical/clinical work (blasting preparation operator)
Builds
Physical/clinical work
Domain
Mining (underground blasting)
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Basic experience in underground/open pit mining, blasting support, or similar site work; ability to follow safety procedures and blast instructions; physical fitness for underground rostered work
Preferred skills
Good teamwork and communication skills
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Inspect underground headings and stopes for ground support, ventilation, and access safety; prepare blast holes by cleaning, checking depth, and confirming hole condition; identify and report blocked, damaged, wet holes, or unsafe ground conditions; prime and charge blast holes according to approved blast plans; support face tie-in activities and maintain housekeeping
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC