Support Shotfirer - Open Cut

Orica Limited; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining company is seeking a candidate to assist with loading and blasting operations at its Sudbury site. This role requires adherence to strict safety protocols and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage from day one. Candidates should have relevant experience and necessary permits to operate safely in an open pit mining environment.

Benefits

Medical coverage from day one

Dental coverage from day one

Retirement/Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Paid Time Off

Short and Long Term Disability benefits

Qualifications

• 6 months of experience in a similar position.
• Possess a valid driver's license (G License).
• Possess a valid Dangerous Goods (TDG) permit.

Responsibilities

• Assist with loading and blasting at the mine site.
• Ensure safety rules are followed during operations.
• Operate trucks and maintain inventory systems.

Skills

Customer service experience

Knowledge of mining surface explosion

Ability to operate motorized material handling equipment

Education

Driver's license (G License)

Dangerous Goods (TDG) permit

Tools

Technical explosives equipment

Job description

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Date: 30 Jul 2025

Location: Sudbury, ON, CA, P3C 4Z3

Company: Orica

About Orica

About the role

Assist with the delivery of material, loading and blasting to the vale’s Stobie mine site, ensure inventory counting, ensure the good condition of delivery equipment and promote the company through customer service in a safe and efficient manner.

Schedule : 7 x 7 rotation - day shift **subject to change**

Location : Within the Sudbury city limits - Open Pit mining environment.

What you will be doing

Health, Safety & Environment
• Support the company in meeting its HSE objectives.
• Suspend any blasting operations that could pose a risk to personnel, infrastructure, or the environment.
• Notify management as soon as a safety issue occurs, illness, injury or incidents that have an impact on the environment.
• Participate on a regular basis in safety meetings and various training courses.
• Ensure that you understand the safety rules and procedures for all vehicles.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), use and maintain PPE according to the manufacturer's specifications.
• Learn and follow HSE rules in relation to the position.
• Ensure that your workstation is clean and tidy.
• Regularly check your workstation to ensure that there is no risk of injury, illness, or other incident, and ensure that appropriate corrective measures are taken, if necessary.
• Report any observed actions that go against the SH&E rules, either by a colleague or a contractor.
• Seek opportunities to improve the quality of HSE and actively participate in the development of activities that will improve it.
• Comply with all job requirements as well as the rules and procedures related to the ESS.

Blasting
• Be aware of the importance of safety rules and the possible consequences if procedures are not followed according to the rules and regulations.
• Have experience in customer service and deliver a quality result.
• Knowledge of mining surface explosion.
• Possess a valid General Explosives Permit.
• Any other tasks related to blasting operations required by the line manager.

Driving
• Perform pre-start-up and return inspections including fluid level checks.
• Keep vehicle interiors always clean.
• Operation of motorized material handling equipment such as wheel loader.
• Understand the impact and importance of preventative vehicle maintenance.

Explosives Magazine Handling and Operations
• Operate trucks and loading/unloading sites at explosives depot sites.
• Make sure each deposit is clean before locking.
• Authorized to adequately maintain the inventory system.
• Authorized to complete loading forms so that they meet legal and contractual standards.
• All other tasks related to the handling and operation of explosives magazinesrequired by the line manager.

What you will bring

• 6 months of experience in a similar position.
• Possess a valid driver's license (G License)
• Possess a valid Dangerous Goods (TDG) permit.
• Experience in handling technical explosives equipment.

How you shape and influence others

* Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
* Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character
* Solid interpersonal and communication skills
* Self-aware and open to feedback
* Ability to work with minimal supervision
* Productive without compromising quality
* Highly reliable and motivated to excel

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.

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.
• Retirement / Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP).
• Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year.
• Paid Time Off.

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.

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.

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