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 secure 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 good 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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