Blaster 2: Open-Pit Blasting Pro – Safety Focused

Artemis Gold Inc.; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

RRSP Matching

Extended Health, Dental & Vision Care

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Artemis Gold Inc. is seeking a Blaster 2 at the Blackwater Mine site. Reporting to the Development Supervisor – Mining, you will safely prepare, load, and detonate production and development blasts, while ensuring regulatory and environmental compliance.

You will fill in lead blaster duties as needed, supporting productivity and fragmentation targets. The role requires provincial blasting certification and 2 years of open pit blasting experience, with strong knowledge of blast design, initiation

Qualifications

• Valid provincial Blaster Certification and all required explosives handling certifications.
• Minimum 2 years of blasting experience in an open pit mining environment; gold mining experience is asset.
• Thorough knowledge of explosives, initiation systems, blast design principles, and blasting best practices.
• Strong understanding of applicable mining regulations, explosives legislation, and safety standards.
• Experience identifying and managing misfires and other blasting-related hazards.
• Ability to read and interpret blast plans, technical drawings, and mine layouts.

Responsibilities

• Safely prepare, load, and initiate production and development blasts in accordance with approved blast designs and procedures.
• Handle, transport, store, and account for explosives and accessories in compliance with applicable legislation and company policies.
• Conduct pre-blast inspections to ensure blast areas are secure and hazards have been mitigated.
• Establish and maintain blast exclusion zones, communicate blast schedules, and coordinate with mine operations.
• Perform tie-in of initiation systems, test circuits where applicable, and ensure blast readiness.
• Execute blasts safely and efficiently while adhering to all regulatory requirements.
• Conduct post-blast inspections to verify blast success, identify misfires, and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Report and manage misfires in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of explosives usage, blast reports, inventory, and regulatory documentation.
• Inspect and maintain blasting equipment, tools, and accessories.
• Collaborate with engineers, drill operators, supervisors, and technical services to optimize blast performance and fragmentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve blasting practices, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Participate in safety meetings, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Blaster Certification

Explosives handling

Blasting design

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

Provincial blasting certification

High school diploma

Job description

Artemis Gold Inc. is seeking a Blaster 2 at the Blackwater Mine site. Reporting to the Development Supervisor – Mining, you will safely prepare, load, and detonate production and development blasts, while ensuring regulatory and environmental compliance.

You will fill in lead blaster duties as needed, supporting productivity and fragmentation targets. The role requires provincial blasting certification and 2 years of open pit blasting experience, with strong knowledge of blast design, initiation