Underground Operator

Job Brief

Ensure the safe and effective preparation and delivery of correct explosive product to the underground magazines or loading site, assist in troubleshooting and maintain all equipment types and support ongoing general site operations

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

As the Underground Operator, you wil l ensure the safe and effective preparation and delivery of correct explosive product to the underground magazines or loading site, assist in troubleshooting and maintain all equipment types and support ongoing general site operations. Other duties will include:

• Unload product shipments into surface magazines and deliver explosives and detonators underground as directed by the mine site supervision.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment when not in proper working condition.
• Work independently, traveling between the underground loading site and the plant on a 14 day rotation (some out of town work, weekend work and shift work may also be required).
• Contribute to the establishment of strong positive relations between the Company and the Client.
• 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.
• Possess a good general knowledge of handling, storing and using explosives underground and on surface (NRC regulations).
• Accurately and fully complete all required documentation and reports within time requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Company HSE Performance Standards, as well as applicable acts and regulations.
• Guarantee that a safe working environment is maintained in compliance with all of Dyno Nobel’s safety rules and regulations.
• Demonstrate initiative and embrace the Company’s standards for safety and customer satisfaction.
• Participate in safety meetings, read safety documents (safety alerts, emergency plans, etc.) and report all accidents, incidents, and precautionary concerns.
• Respect and support fellow employees
• Attend specified training & development and maintain required certifications.
• Assist in site maintenance and general operations as required.
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Underground common core training (asset)
• Drivers license
• Basic mechanical abilities
• Ability to troubleshoot problems with underground equipment.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly self-disciplined.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Ability to work on flexible schedules, long distance traveling.
• Strong capabilities in multi-tasking and prioritizing.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Bilingualism (English and French) – a valuable asset to help with our Quebec operations
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player
  
  

What We Offer:

• Paid vacation time + paid holidays
• Health Care + Life insurance + AD&D
• RRSP + RPP (after 1 year of continuous employment)
• Generous paid parental leave
• 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.