Summary
Reporting to the Supervisor, Drill & Blast, the Technician, Mine Blast will be responsible with the safe, efficient and productive loading of blast holes
Responsibilities
- Assist with handling, storage and transport of explosives and accessories in accordance with regulations and ensure that safety procedures are observed.
- Loading and priming of blast holes
- Other duties as required
Experience, Skills, and Abilities
- Must have a valid blasting ticket. BC Mine blasting ticket would be preferred.
- Valid Canadian Class 5 Driver’s License
- Loader experience
- Pit Clearing Equipment qualification preferred (793 Haul Truck, Dozers, graders, Loader, Rubber Tires)
- Fine attention to detail
- Calm, problem solver
- Good radio communications are key
- Must be able to prioritize tasks and keep on schedule
- Proven safety and attendance record
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to lift 50 pounds is required
- Willingness to work in adverse conditions
- Self-motivated, team player with a positive attitude
Working Conditions
- Work involves a camp-based role at the Mount Milligan Mine site, which is approximately 155 kilometers northwest of Prince George, British Columbia, with a set work schedule on a 7x7 work schedule, Wednesday to Tuesday, 12 hours per day.
- Team environment
- Work consists of moderate degree of social interaction with employees in person
- Regular exposure to working indoors and outdoors, continuous noise, working around machinery with moving parts, around heavy equipment and in close proximity to others
- Exposure to hazardous environments with the requirement of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- The Company is committed to high quality safety, environmental and continuous improvement practices and applicants should be able to demonstrate shared values in these areas.
- Mount Milligan is a safety-sensitive environment and promotes a drug & alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a ZERO – TOLERANCE policy, with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs/paraphernalia on site
- The employee is expected to stay at the mine site, while on rotation
- Bus transportation to and from site is provided free of charge from Prince George, Fort St. James, Mackenzie and Smithers.
What can we offer?
As a valued member of Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team, you can look forward to a highly competitive hourly wage between $44.45 - $48.68, based on skills and experience. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including:
- Tax-free travel allowance commensurate with the distance required for travel.
- A challenging and rewarding work atmosphere that prioritizes technical development.
- World Class camp accommodations, private room with washroom, gymnasium, and other recreational facilities.
- Extended group health, dental, vision, and travel insurance
- Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D
- Company-sponsored pension with Company match
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Healthcare Spending Account / Lifestyle Wellness Spending Account
- Reimbursements on work gear and equipment
- Annual Incentive Bonus
- Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
- Parental leave top-up program
- Professional development within the organization
- Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.