Underground Production Blaster - Camp-Based with Benefits

PBCN; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Life insurance and long-term-disabilty

RSP with company match

Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Camp-based position

Job summary

Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan | Foran (TSX:ELD) is seeking a Miner 2 – Production Blaster to join the McIlvenna Bay team on a 14/14 rotation. This full-time underground role focuses on planning, preparing, and executing blasting activities with a strong emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with engineers and mine personnel to optimize ore recovery, maintain blasting records, and ensure proper handling and storage of explosives while adhering to environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or GED.
• 4+ years in underground mine environment.
• Ability to obtain a blasting certification or license per regulations.
• Experience in underground mining with blasting operations.
• Extensive knowledge of explosive handling, storage, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety and environmental regulations for explosives.
• Plan and design blasts with mine engineers to optimize ore recovery.
• 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 maintained.
• Set up and initiate blasts using appropriate systems.
• Monitor blasts and address issues promptly.
• Conduct safety inspections of equipment and work areas.
• Maintain 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

Underground mining

Blasting operations

Safety compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Blasting certification

Job description

Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan | Foran (TSX:ELD) is seeking a Miner 2 – Production Blaster to join the McIlvenna Bay team on a 14/14 rotation. This full-time underground role focuses on planning, preparing, and executing blasting activities with a strong emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with engineers and mine personnel to optimize ore recovery, maintain blasting records, and ensure proper handling and storage of explosives while adhering to environmental standards.