Underground Operator

RPMGlobal; Labrador City; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative leader in the explosives industry, where your expertise in underground mining will contribute to safe and efficient loading operations. This dynamic role offers long-term professional growth and the chance to work closely with a dedicated operations team. You'll ensure compliance with safety standards and optimize blasting programs while enjoying a supportive work culture. With a focus on safety and community, this position promises a rewarding career path in a thriving organization that values its people. If you're ready to make a difference in the mining sector, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Paid vacation time

Health Care

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Friendly coworkers

Qualifications

• Experience in underground mining and loading operations is essential.
• Mechanical and hydraulic skills are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate loading and delivery equipment for blasting operations.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment to maintain operational efficiency.

Skills

Underground mining experience

Mechanical skills

Customer service orientation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Valid driver’s license

TDG certificate

Mechanical certification

Boiler mechanic certification

Tools

Front end loader

Boiler systems

Explosives handling equipment

Job description

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in the commercial explosives industry. We provide innovative blasting solutions and quality explosives products throughout North America, Australia and selected customers in the Asia Pacific.

Join us in everything that’s great about Dyno Nobel: OUR culture, OUR values, OUR commitment to safety and most importantly our PEOPLE. This combination makes Dyno Nobel a terrific place to work.

Dyno Nobel is a subsidiary of Australian based Incitec Pivot Limited. IPL's 4500 employees also manufacture and market industrial chemicals and fertilizer products & services to customers around the world.

What You’ll Do

Dyno Nobel is searching for a professional from a background in Underground mining who is interested in long-term professional growth in the field of Mining.

Dyno Nobel Canada recognizes the Impacts and Benefits Agreements with the Innu Nation and the Nunatsiavut Government in which Innu and Inuit workers have first preference for employment at the Voisey's Bay Mine Site. It also recognizes a commitment to give qualified workers from Labrador priority for employment opportunities. Innu Nation members and Nunatsiavut beneficiaries can also apply through Vale’s Aboriginal Employment Coordinators.

The Underground Operator will support loading operations within Dyno Nobel standards. The successful candidate will have the responsibility of conducting loading operations in a safe and efficient manner. The candidate will interface closely with the operations team to ensure safety and optimization of blasting operations. The position also requires the ability to communicate technical expertise to operations personnel as necessary to ensure that the blasting program adheres to internal standards and is continually optimized. This position will be Fly-in/ Fly-out based on a 2x2 rotation schedule with possibility of working day shift and nightshift.

Other duties will include:

1. Safely operate and maintain loading and delivery equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures, and in a manner that protects company assets and ensures their dependability.
2. Troubleshoot and repair equipment when not in proper working condition.
3. Assist in coordinating maintenance of the Emulsion Carriers. Maintenance to be performed by Vale or Vale’s sub-contractors.
4. Provide product support for Vale and Vale contractors with respect to explosives use including bulk emulsion, packaged products and detonator and firing systems.
5. Contribute to the establishment of strong positive relations between the Company and the Site’s prime client.
6. Repair and maintain boiler systems that are involved in the manufacturing process.
7. Respond readily and in a manner that reinforces the reputation of the Company as a supplier with the highest standards of product quality and customer service.
8. Possess a good general knowledge of handling, storing and using explosives on surface (NRC regulations).
9. Have a full understanding of documentation required for completing all job tasks related to pumping emulsion explosives.
10. Accurately and fully complete all required documentation and reports within time requirements.
11. Ensure compliance with applicable Company HSE Performance Standards, as well as applicable acts and regulations.
12. Guarantee that a safe working environment is maintained in compliance with all of Dyno Nobel’s safety rules and regulations.
13. Demonstrate initiative and embrace the Company’s standards for safety and customer satisfaction.
14. Participate in safety meetings, read safety documents (safety alerts, emergency plans, etc.) and report all accidents, incidents, and precautionary concerns.
15. Respect and support fellow employees.

What We’re Looking For:

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Mechanical certification is an asset.
• Boiler mechanic certification an asset.
• Can follow instructions and work unsupervised.
• TDG certificate required (provided by DNL).
• Basic hydraulic and mechanical skills.
• Experience operating front end loader would be an asset.
• Knowledge of boilers, compressor, and various electrical and mechanical items an asset.
• Knowledge of explosives and Ammonium Nitrate an asset.
• Underground mining experience and loading and operation of bulk emulsion loaders.

Role Competencies:

• Strong customer service orientation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly self-disciplined.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Strong capabilities in multi-tasking and prioritizing.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Keen attention to detail.

What We Offer:

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

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.