Shotfirer (Sudbury, ON)

Orica•Greater Sudbury, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Shotfirer to join our team supporting Vale's Stobie mine operations in Sudbury, Ontario. In this hands-on role, you will play a critical part in safe and efficient blasting operations, including the delivery of materials, loading and blasting activities, explosives inventory management, equipment inspections, and customer support. You'll work closely with site teams to ensure operational excellence while maintaining Orica's industry-leading safety standards.

Requirements

Minimum 6 months of experience in a similar role.
Valid Ontario Class G Driver's License.
Valid Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification.
Valid General Explosives Permit.
Experience handling technical explosives equipment.
Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

Experience in surface mining or blasting operations.
Experience working in a mining environment.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.
Follow all blasting, transportation, and site safety procedures.
Report hazards, incidents, and environmental concerns promptly.
Participate in safety meetings, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain equipment, work areas, and PPE in accordance with company standards.
Support safe and efficient blasting activities.
Execute blasting procedures in accordance with applicable regulations and company policies.
Provide high-quality service to internal and external customers.
Maintain a valid General Explosives Permit.
Perform additional blasting-related duties as required.
Conduct pre-operational and post-operational equipment inspections.
Maintain vehicles and mobile equipment in safe operating condition.
Operate motorized material handling equipment, including wheel loaders.
Support preventative maintenance practices.
Load, unload, and transport explosive products safely.
Maintain explosives inventory and supporting documentation.
Ensure explosives storage facilities are secure, organized, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
Complete required records and documentation accurately.