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 protected 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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