Lead safe, effective production blasts for East Coast Mining Ltd. near St. Lawrence, Newfoundland and Labrador, using blast plans and initiation systems.
This experienced Mine Blaster position supports a hard-rock open-pit mining project with production-focused responsibilities. You will coordinate blast crews, load holes, complete tie-ins, execute patterns, and document results. The work supports excavation and material movement while following approved procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead blast preparation, loading, and firing activities
- Coordinate blast crews throughout production blasting
- Load holes and complete tie-ins and initiation systems
- Execute blast patterns for required fragmentation
- Inspect, document, and monitor blast results
Requirements:
- Valid Newfoundland and Labrador Blaster’s Certificate or eligibility
- Surface mining, open-pit, or quarry blasting experience
- Knowledge of blast-hole loading and initiation systems
- Valid driver’s licence and acceptable driver’s abstract
- Availability for rotating shifts and scheduled rotations
Apply your blasting experience, safety focus, and production coordination skills to ECM’s open-pit mining operations near St. Lawrence.