Development Miner

Development Miner Northern British Columbia, Canada | FIFO 14/14
Two weeks on, two weeks completely off, with charter flights, camp accommodation and meals all taken care of Build your blasting career with a global underground mining contractor that offers real progression across sites and projects Modern equipment, high safety standards and a supportive crew environment at a remote northern BC operationAbout the job
Our client is an international underground hard-rock mining contractor, known for investing in modern equipment and technology and offering opportunities on projects worldwide.They are seeking an experienced Development Blaster for a remote mine site in northern BC, on a 14/14 FIFO roster with 12-hour day and night shifts. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for the safe handling, storage, transport and use of explosives, while helping the crew hit its production targets.We are recruiting for multiple underground roles on this project, including Underground Service Crew. If you have strong underground experience but this role isn't quite the right fit, we would still love to hear from you.What's on offer
A role where your skills are genuinely valuedClear opportunities to develop and grow your careerExtended health and dental benefits from day oneCharter travel from various hubsCamp accommodation and meals providedMatched retirement savings plan after three monthsResponsibilities
Follow all site safety rules, procedures and regulations, looking out for your own safety and the safety of those around youRead drill patterns and diagrams to determine explosive quantities and development face timingAssemble primers using non-electric detonators, detonating cord and related accessoriesLoad blast holes with explosives, either by hand or using charging equipmentRun and maintain the main blasting wire and leads to the surface blasting locationHandle, store and transport explosives in line with company procedures and legislationMake sure work areas are safe before starting, including check scaling, ground support and correct use of lanyardsKeep explosives day-use, magazine and stocktake records accurate and up to dateComplete pre-blast and post-blast re-entry inspectionsUse and maintain equipment in line with training, keeping it in good working orderComplete pre-start checks, shift reports and all required paperworkRaise any issues or equipment failures with your Shift Supervisor straight awayWork professionally and respectfully with colleagues, subcontractors and the clientMaintain good housekeeping and follow all PPE requirementsTake on other duties as directed by your SupervisorQualifications
High school diploma or equivalentCurrent British Columbia Blasting Certificate (out-of-province equivalents will be considered)Two to five years of underground mining experience, with at least two years in an underground blasting role (preferred)Experience with ANFO and emulsion products, and with a blaster's truck or basket, highly regardedValid driver's licence;
manual transmission experience preferredComfortable with camp life on a rotational roster, physically demanding work, moderate to high noise and extreme weather conditionsSuccessful completion of a pre-employment fit-for-duty medical, including drug and alcohol screening
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