Blaster

Newmont Mining Corporation•Dease Lake, BC

2d•CA$50•Onsite

About The Position

The Blaster will provide high quality blast patterns in a safe productive manner at all times. Working closely with the Drill & Blast Engineers and MMU Operators onsite to manage all tasks associated with priming, loading, tying and firing blasts in the open pit and quarry areas. The Red Chris Mine Drill & Blast Operations team is recruiting for a Blaster with a competitive hourly rate of $50.45, benefits, and travel allowance. We are seeking an individual for a Fly-In, Fly-Out opportunity working on a two-weeks-in, two-weeks-out rotation.

Requirements

Valid Blast Ticket #3, or better, required.
1 year or longer of Open Pit Blasting experience (IKON Blasting)
2+ years experience working in an Open Pit mine environment
Physically fit and able to lift up to 50lbs consistently throughout shift

Nice To Haves

Drilling experience preferred but not required.
Open Pit Mine drilling experience is a strong asset
Experience working with NON-EL blast chord is an asset
Wall Control Blasting experience preferred
Experience with 918 Loaders and/or Articulated Haul Trucks, or other Heavy Equipment, is an asset

Responsibilities

Conduct and record pre-trip inspections on all equipment used daily or before use and report any faults
Conduct an inspection of your work area prior to starting work and monitor throughout the shift
Safe transportation of explosive accessories to and from the blast patterns and magazines
Ensure quality control is maintained and ensure pattern prep is maintained to a high standard
Ensure blast holes are loaded to design and within the required parameters and any potential issues are communicated to the supervisor/ drill and blast engineer
Ensure adequate barriers, signage and delineation of blast patterns
Conduct all tasks according to relevant procedures
Conduct risk assessments FLHA’s and risk assessments when required
Ensuring blasing inventory counts are accurate and any discrepancies are reported immediately
Act as blast guard/ sweeper during blasting activities if required
Any other duties as required
Assist in the safe movement of MMU’s, stemming loader and blasting vehicles on blast patterns