Open Pit Blaster
- Employer
- Newcrest Mining
- Location
- Red Chris Mine, Canada
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Aug 13, 2021
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- Category
- Trade & Skilled
- Work Term
- Permanent
- Work Load
- Full Time
- Language
- English
Job Details
We recognise that our different backgrounds and perspectives help us find better ways to: solve problems; attract and retain the best people; explore, develop and produce more gold safely and profitably; and help make Newcrest a better place to work.
Our Red Chris mine is located on the traditional territory of the Tahltan, and we encourage qualified applicants from the local communities to apply. We offer several designated marshalling points within BC including Nanaimo, Vancouver, Kelowna, Kamloops, Williams Lake, Prince George, Smithers and Calgary AB.
We are looking for 2 Open Pit Blasters to work closely with our team of drill & blast engineers and Operators to manage all tasks associated with priming, loading, tying and firing blasts in the open pit and quarry areas on site.
Key Tasks:
- Conduct and record pre-trip inspections on all equipment used on a daily basis or before use and report any faults
- Conduct an inspection of your work area prior to starting work and monitor throughout the shift
- Safe transportation of explosive accessories to and from the blast patterns and magazines
- Ensure quality control is maintained and ensure pattern prep is maintained to a high standard
- Ensure blast holes are loaded to design and within the required parameters and any potential issues are communicated to the supervisor/ drill and blast engineer
- Ensure adequate barriers, signage and delineation of blast patterns
- Conduct all tasks according to relevant procedures
- Conduct risk assessments FLHA's and risk assessments when required
- Ensuring blasting inventory counts are accurate and any discrepancies are reported immediately
- Act as blast guard/ sweeper during blasting activities if required
- Any other duties as required
- Assist in the safe movement of MMU's, stemming loader and blasting vehicles on blast patterns
Qualifications:
- Good understanding of open pit mining operations
- Experience in operating heavy equipment
- Valid driver's licence
- Blasting ticket is considered an asset
At Newcrest, we hold core values that focus on caring about people, working together and achieving a high-performance culture through innovation and problem solving.
Newcrest's commitment to diversity and inclusion respects both the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.
If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply online before the advertised application closing date.
Company
Newcrest is the largest gold producer listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and one of the world's largest gold mining companies.
At Newcrest we’re known for our strong technical capabilities in exploration, deep underground block caving and metallurgical processing skills. We're committed to creating a work environment where everyone can go home safe and healthy every day, and where everyone actively contributes to this outcome; operating and developing mines in line with strong environmental, social and governance practices; developing a diverse workforce; and developing and maintaining strong relationships with our communities and governments.
In 2017, we joined the International Council on Mining and Metals, an international organisation that brings together 25 mining and metals companies and over 30 regional and commodities associations dedicated to a safe, fair and sustainable mining and metals industry, and serving as a catalyst for change to enhance mining’s contribution to society.
Our Code of Conduct, Corporate governance framework and a comprehensive suite of company policies protect against illegal and inappropriate behaviours, such as fraud, bribery, corruption, discrimination and bullying, and articulate our position on safety, health, human rights, environment, communities, security and diversity and inclusion.
Diversity and inclusion are essential parts of Newcrest’s vision, values and company culture. Our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy 2021-2025 to learn more about how we are building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued and supported to bring their whole unique self to work.
Our headquarters are in Melbourne, Australia with operating mines in Australia, Canada and Papua New Guinea.
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