Underground Charge up / Blaster

Perenti Group Services Pty Ltd•Area F (Dease Lake), BC

71d•CA$50 - CA$53•Onsite

About The Position

Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. is part of the Perenti Group, a diversified global mining services company originating in Australia. Barminco can offer you opportunities to take your career to the next level as one of the world's largest hard-rock underground mining companies, with operations in Canada and across the globe. The Perenti Group operates across a wide range of mining sectors and offers unique career progression opportunities. We provide state of the art facilities, equipment, technology and opportunities to work on projects all over the world. At Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd., we are committed to fostering a culture that understands and values inclusion and diversity. Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. has new exciting opportunities for an Underground Charge up/Blaster at the Red Chris Mine in northern British Columbia. This role operates on a FIFO rotation of 14 days on / 14 days off. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the Underground Charge Up/Blaster is responsible for the proper handling, storing, transporting and use of explosives, performing the assigned tasks while meeting safety standards, targets and deadlines to maximize productivity and profitability.

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma or equivalency
Possess and maintain current Blasters Ticket in British Columbia
Out of province equivalent will be considered
Maintain a valid Driver’s License
The ability to work both independently and within a team in a fast-paced, rapidly changing, cross-cultural environment with high degree of professionalism and self-motivation is essential
Proven ability to recognize and follow verbal and written instructions
Able to effectively prioritize workload to ensure deadlines are met
Must have good radio etiquette and strong communications skills
Eagerness to learn and grow

Nice To Haves

2-5 years’ experience in underground mining
2 years’ experience in a Blaster role underground
manual transmission experience, preferred
experience with Maclean blasters truck/basket
Experience with ANFO & emulsion blasting products

Responsibilities

Demonstrate commitment to adhere to all Mine site safety rules, procedures and regulations, while ensuring the safety of others
Follow instructions or diagrams, depending on the drill pattern to determine explosives quantities and development face timing
Assemble primer charges using selected non-electric detonators, detonating cords and other materials
Load explosives in blast holes as required (using equipment or by hand)
Operate and maintain main blasting wire/leads to surface blasting location
Handle, store and transport explosives and accessories in accordance with standard procedures, legislation and regulations, ensuring maximum safety
Ensure working area is safe for personnel and equipment to perform duties, including but not limited to, check scaling or rehabilitation, ensuring lanyards are in good order and used when required
Ensure explosives day use, magazine and stock take logs are completed accurately and correctly
Conduct pre blast and post blast re-entry inspections
Ensure that equipment is used in accordance with training provided
Ensure that the equipment used is maintained in good operating condition at all times
Document reports detailing work performed, problems diagnosed, pre checks on all equipment and machinery used in the day and all other required shift paperwork
Immediately report problems/failures that may impact the team, or the company, to your Shift Supervisor
Maintain and demonstrate a professional and courteous relationship with employees, subcontractors, the client and all other personnel
Practice good general housekeeping in the work area and equipment
Understand and comply with all PPE requirements in work areas
Other duties may be assigned by your Supervisor, as required