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 operation
About 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 valued
Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career
Extended health and dental benefits from day one
Charter travel from various hubs
Camp accommodation and meals provided
Matched retirement savings plan after three months
Responsibilities Follow all site safety rules, procedures and regulations, looking out for your own safety and the safety of those around you
Read drill patterns and diagrams to determine explosive quantities and development face timing
Assemble primers using non-electric detonators,



detonating cord and related accessories
Load blast holes with explosives, either by hand or using charging equipment
Run and maintain the main blasting wire and leads to the surface blasting location
Handle, store and transport explosives in line with company procedures and legislation
Make sure work areas are safe before starting, including check scaling, ground support and correct use of lanyards
Keep explosives day-use, magazine and stocktake records accurate and up to date
Complete pre-blast and post-blast re-entry inspections
Use and maintain equipment in line with training, keeping it in positive working order
Complete pre-start checks, shift reports and all required paperwork
Raise any issues or equipment failures with your Shift Supervisor straight away
Work professionally and respectfully with colleagues, subcontractors and the client
Maintain good housekeeping and follow all PPE requirements
Take on other duties as directed by your Supervisor
Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent
Current 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 regarded
Valid driver's licence; manual transmission experience preferred
Comfortable with camp life on a rotational roster, physically demanding work, moderate to high noise and extreme weather conditions
Successful completion of a pre-employment fit-for-duty medical, including drug and alcohol screening

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📌 Development Miner (British Columbia)
🏢 CSG Talent
📍 British Columbia