Labourer Trainee - Women Special Program Initiative
- Kingston, NB, Canada
Full-time
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Job Brief
Dyno Nobel Canada Inc. is implementing a Labourer Trainee Program designed to increase the number of women employed in its Retail Sales & Operations sites.
Who We Are
Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives - helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.
Program Purpose:
Dyno Nobel Canada Inc. is implementing a Labourer Trainee Program (the “Program”) designed to increase the number of women employed in its Retail Sales & Operations sites in Bedford, Nova Scotia.
Women have been historically underrepresented in mining and explosives industries, and the Program is intended to provide entry level opportunities to women who might not otherwise apply for current vacancies. No formal experience is required and training will be provided to all participant employees.
Eligibility Requirements:
Women who meet the eligibility listed are eligible to apply for the Program. Complete training will be provided to all employees hired into the Program.
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
Dyno Nobel Canada Inc. is implementing a Labourer Trainee Program designed to increase the number of women employed in its Retail Sales & Operations sites.
Who We Are
Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives - helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.
Program Purpose:
Dyno Nobel Canada Inc. is implementing a Labourer Trainee Program (the “Program”) designed to increase the number of women employed in its Retail Sales & Operations sites in Bedford, Nova Scotia.
Women have been historically underrepresented in mining and explosives industries, and the Program is intended to provide entry level opportunities to women who might not otherwise apply for current vacancies. No formal experience is required and training will be provided to all participant employees.
Eligibility Requirements:
Women who meet the eligibility listed are eligible to apply for the Program. Complete training will be provided to all employees hired into the Program.
- Good work habits and a positive attitude
- Ability to read, write and speak English and to communicate in writing and verbally
- Present oneself in a professional manner while working
- Ability to pass required background screening
- Operate equipment, including hand tools, in support of team, in order to provide timely, safe, and quality service and product to the customer
- Perform basic maintenance of assigned equipment in order to assure its reliability and safe operation
- Read gauges and make adjustments to equipment to maintain proper performance in order to assure quality and accurate product delivery
- Assist team at site in order to safely serve the customer
- Follow all safety procedures and maintain safe working conditions in shop, magazine, while operating equipment, and while on blast sites in order to protect personal safety and the safety of others
- Maintain safe working conditions at all times
- Report all incidents and hazardous conditions to appropriate supervisors
- Proactively support safety programs by participating in training and safety meetings
- 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
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Responsibilities
Operate and perform basic maintenance on equipment and hand tools, read gauges, and adjust equipment to support safe, accurate, and timely product delivery. Assist the site team, follow safety procedures, report incidents and hazards, and participate in safety training and meetings.
Requirements
Applicants must be women eligible for the trainee program and demonstrate good work habits, a positive attitude, professional conduct, and the ability to communicate in English verbally and in writing. They must pass required background screening; no formal experience is required, and training is provided.
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- Hand Tool Use
- Basic Equipment Maintenance
- Reading Gauges
- Equipment Adjustment
- Customer Service
- Workplace Safety
- Hazard Reporting
- Incident Reporting
- Written Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
- Positive Attitude
Benefits
- Vacation Time
- Paid Holidays
- Health Care
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Registered Pension Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Manufacturing
- Security & Safety
- Retail
Keywords
- Commercial Explosives
- Mining
- Quarry
- Construction
- Seismic Industries
- Retail Sales
- Operations
- Labourer Training
- Equipment Operation
- Hand Tools
- Equipment Maintenance
- Gauge Reading
- Equipment Adjustment
- Product Delivery
- Customer Service
- Blast Sites
- Magazine Operations
- Workplace Safety
- Safety Procedures
- Hazard Reporting
- Incident Reporting
- Safety Training
- Background Screening
- Written Communication
- Verbal Communication