Magazine Keeper (Prince George - Blackwater)

Orica; Vanderhoof; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodging provided

Transportation from Prince George

Job summary

Orica Limited seeks a dedicated Magazine Keeper for the Blackwater site (Prince George, BC) to manage magazine operations, receive and dispatch products, and ensure compliance with national explosives transport regulations.

This entry-level role includes Yard Keeper responsibilities and comprehensive training, with lodging provided at Blackwater and transportation from Prince George. You will work in a safety-conscious environment and gain hands-on experience in logistics and compliance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the distribution process and related safety systems.
• Understanding of SHES policy and regulations governing explosives transport.
• Hazard and risk analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor the distribution safety schedule with feedback to operations.
• Manage equipment breakdowns to minimise interruptions.
• Ensure post goods issue progress is communicated in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with Regional Distribution Officer for documentation flow.
• Manage explosives limits as per regulations and ensure magazine inventory accuracy.
• Support Yard Keeper activities for raw material receipt at site.
• Ensure cost-effective and timely product delivery and relationships.

Skills

Distribution process

SHES policy

Hazard analysis

Manual handling

Leadership

SAP exposure

Job description

About Orica

It's an exciting time to join us - we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role - 41285 - Magazine Keeper (Prince George, BC - Blackwater)

We are excited to announce a new opportunity for a Magazine Keeper within our Orica Canada team focused on ensuring the efficient and effective operations in the Blackwater magazine area to dispatch and receive finished products, detonators, tubing, and raw materials in accordance with the national code for the transport of explosives by road and rail and established Safety and Quality standards.

This position also includes Yard Keeper responsibilities, supporting the receipt of raw material deliveries at the site.

This is an entry level role that will provide excellent training and exposure for future career growth within Orica.

Lodging is provided at Blackwater camp site.

Transportation will be provided to Blackwater from Prince George.

What you will be doing

• Ensuring that the Distribution Safety schedule is met and adequate feedback is provided to Distribution Operators.
• Manage machinery and equipment breakdowns to minimise business interruption
• Ensure communication of "post goods issue" progress.
• Liaising with Regional Distribution Officer to ensure documentation flows in a timely manner to meet scheduled requirements.
• Manage explosives limits within the magazines as required by the Explosives Regulations
• Ensure accuracy of operation of the magazine inventory
• Support Yard Keeper activities, including receiving raw material deliveries at the site.
• Ensure cost effective and timely delivery of product. Establish cost effective working relationships

What you will bring

• Sound knowledge of the Distribution Process.
• A good understanding of the quality system.
• Knowledge of SHES policy and regulations governing the National code for the transport of explosives by road.
• Hazard / risk analysis skills
• Basic knowledge of ergonomics and manual handling technique
• Leadership experience would be an advantage, but not required.
• Some exposure to SAP is advantageous, but not required.
• Have completed or be willing to complete the Orica Magazine Keeper Training.
• A valid Class 5 driver's license is required; a Class 3 license would be considered an asset.

Physical requirements

• Must be able to lift/carry 45-50 lbs. And push/pull 50-250 lbs.in a safe manner.
• Must be able to perform frequent bending, twisting, kneeling, and squatting.
• Must be able to perform frequent reaching over the shoulder, waist level, and from the floor.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Salary to be determined by the applicant's experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Compensation

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

• Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year.
• Paid Time Off.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.