Blaster Assessor

Dyno Nobel; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in commercial explosives is seeking a Blaster Assessor to provide leadership and training to blasters. The role involves assessing competencies and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate has extensive blasting experience and strong communication skills. Join a supportive team that values safety and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Paid vacation time

Health Care

Life insurance

Generous paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in blasting or equivalent education.
• Ability to write and edit training documents.
• Thorough knowledge of Competency Standards and ExMS.

Responsibilities

• Train, coach, and assess employees on blasting procedures.
• Support safety programs to achieve Zero Harm.
• Attend and deliver training programs.

Skills

Coaching

Leadership

Safety Compliance

Communication

Education

Equivalent education in blasting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Brief

Provide leadership, coaching, and training to Dyno Nobel Americas (DNA) blasters in support of the Nobel Academy Blaster Program. You will be responsible for assessing all blasters within the regional group against EXMS and competency standards.

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing, and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

As the Blaster Assessor, you will provide leadership, coaching, and training to Dyno Nobel Americas (DNA) blasters in support of the Nobel Academy Blaster Program. You will be responsible for assessing all blasters within the regional group against ExMS and competency standards. Other duties will include:

• Train, coach, and assess employees to safely follow the blasting standard operating procedures (ExMS).
• Proactively support all safety programs to help achieve Zero Harm.
• Support the implementation and use of risk assessment tools to promote personal responsibility for safety.
• Ability to coach, assess, and teach individuals, small and large groups, using engaging and motivational techniques.
• Comply with all applicable federal, state, and regional regulations, and governing agencies.
• Report all incidents and hazardous conditions to appropriate supervisors.
• Attend and deliver blasting academy, HSE, L&D, and HR training, and programs.
• Comply with appropriate areas of the HSE Management System and DN Engineering Standards.
• Actively comply with applicable regulatory health and safety policies and practices to ensure personal safety, safety of employees, company assets, environment, and regulatory compliance.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in blasting or equivalent education, training, and experience.
• 5+ years experience in blasting (e.g., mining, quarry, construction operations).
• Working knowledge of company and regulatory (Canada) regulations, standards, and procedures (ExMS).
• Sound computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• May be required to perform technical evaluations and competency assessments.
• Ability to write and edit training documents.
• Thorough knowledge of Competency Standards, Technical and commercial modules, MSHA, ExMS, DN products, chemical sensitization, delivery equipment, and procedures.
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player.

What We Offer

• Paid vacation time + paid holidays.
• Health Care + Life insurance + AD&D.
• RRSP + RPP (after 1 year of continuous employment).
• Generous paid parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Friendly and supportive coworkers.

Core Values:

• Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere
• Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward
• Think Customer. Everyone. Every day
• Treat the Business as our Own
• Care for the Community & our Environment
• Challenge & Improve the Status Quo
• Deliver on our Promises

Women, veterans, members of First Nations, indigenous people, and Métis are strongly encouraged to apply. Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.