Charge Up Operator
Full Time NEW

Who we are 

We’re a bold team with a bright future; and we’re looking for people who want to be part of it.  

Evolution Mining is a premier global gold company operating six mines across Australia and Canada. We’re transforming mines and uplifting careers. We’ve extended the mine life of our Ernest Henry Operations to 2040 and doubled its ore reserves. We took our Cowal Gold Operations underground in just seven years. We’re transforming our Red Lake Operations, restoring it as a premier Canadian gold mine. That kind of ambition creates careers, not just jobs.  

When we asked our people what they enjoy most about working at Evolution, two things came up across every site: career growth and the quality of the people. Here, you’ll work alongside people who care, who push one another to be better, with leaders who are?there to support you. 

What’s the opportunity? 

As a Charge-Up Operator, you’ll play a critical role in our underground development team, safely charging development headings and supporting the delivery of underground development activities.

Working with an experienced underground mining team, you’ll ensure charging activities are completed safely, efficiently and in line with operational requirements while contributing to a strong team culture and safety-first environment.

Based at our Ernest Henry Operations and reporting to the Supervisor – Development, you’ll:

• Safely operate charge-up equipment and handle explosives in accordance with site standards and procedures
• Support underground development activities through charging, bogging and related mining tasks
• Complete pre-start inspections, equipment checks and defect reporting
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, quality and operational discipline.

Why Ernest Henry Operations? 

Ernest Henry is a cornerstone asset in our portfolio. It has high-quality equipment, high standards and great management team. With a mine life to 2040 and doubled ore reserves, there are countless opportunities for people to evolve and give their career an uplift.  

The future here is bright; you could be part of it.  

What we offer you  

We support, develop and reward you to ensure you have a bright future. Here’s how we back that up: 

• Referral bonuses 
• Attractive parental leave benefits (18 weeks) 
• Recognition program 
• Study assistance 
• Discounted health insurance 
• Flexible work options – we know flexibility looks different for everyone 
• Attractive rosters 
• Competitive live-local incentives and allowances for employees who choose to live in Cloncurry.

Does this sound like you?  

You’re a safety-focused underground operator who takes pride in performing quality work and supporting a productive team environment. You have experience working underground and understand the importance of following procedures, maintaining equipment and operating safely around explosives. Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Development Charge-Up competency, current QSEC Card and relevant underground mining tickets
• Experience in underground charge-up, bogging and development activities
• Strong understanding of safe explosives handling and underground mining practices
• Sound communication skills, strong hazard awareness and a commitment to safety
• A proactive attitude and willingness to support the team across a variety of underground tasks.

Ready to create your career highlight with us? 

As our name suggests, change and evolution are in our DNA. If you’d like to work with a team that turns challenges into opportunities and delivers on its bold ambitions, we want to hear from you.  

Find out more about us at our Careers site. 

Bold team. Bright future.