Apply drilling quality control and explosives expertise as a Drill and Blast Field Technician in Geraldton, Ontario. Work a 14:14 rotation with 12-hour shifts.
Reporting to the Senior Drill and Blast Coordinator, this technician aligns engineering and operations teams. The work covers open-pit drilling, explosives loading, blasting, and drill pattern execution. Responsibilities also include data archiving, blast communications, ViewShot3D timing verification, and issue resolution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform quality control on drilling and explosives loading
- Verify collar stemming and loading instructions
- Adjust drill patterns for field conditions
- Prepare blast timings in ViewShot3D
- Film blasts and prepare summary reports
Requirements:
- Experience in drilling, blasting, and drill blast design
- Familiarity with hard-rock open-pit metal mining
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications
- CAD software proficiency; Deswik preferred
- Valid driver's and drone pilot's licenses
Use drill blast design, field quality control, and communication skills across Geraldton's open-pit operations and office work.