Underground Blaster - Production Miner (14/14)

Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation; Canada; On-site; CAD 87,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life and long‑

term disability insurance

RSP with company match

Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Job summary

Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan | Foran is hiring a Miner 2 – Production Blaster for the McIlvenna Bay underground operation on a 14/14 rotation. You will plan, prepare, and execute blasting activities, ensuring safe handling of explosives and coordination with mine engineers and crews to optimize ore recovery.

This full-time role offers the opportunity to work with advanced mining equipment in a safety-focused environment, contributing to a world-class copper project while supporting environmental

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum Grade 12 diploma or GED.
• 4+ years of experience in an underground mine environment.
• Ability to obtain a blasting certification or license per local and national regulations.
• Extensive experience in blasting operations in underground mining.
• Strong safety and environmental compliance mindset.

Responsibilities

• Follow strict safety and environmental regulations for handling, storing, and using explosives.
• Plan and design blasts with mine engineers to optimize ore recovery and minimize waste.
• Safely handle, transport, and store explosives per regulations and company policies.
• Maintain an inventory of explosives and related materials.
• Oversee or assist with drilling, charging, and blast initiation.
• Ensure drilling and charging equipment is properly maintained.
• Set up and initiate blasts using appropriate systems.
• Monitor blasts and address issues promptly.
• Conduct safety inspections of equipment and work areas.
• Maintain accurate records of blasting activities.
• Report tasks and progress to supervisors.
• Communicate with mine management, engineers, and team members.
• Implement measures to minimize environmental impact.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan | Foran is hiring a Miner 2 – Production Blaster for the McIlvenna Bay underground operation on a 14/14 rotation. You will plan, prepare, and execute blasting activities, ensuring safe handling of explosives and coordination with mine engineers and crews to optimize ore recovery.

This full-time role offers the opportunity to work with advanced mining equipment in a safety-focused environment, contributing to a world-class copper project while supporting environmental