MI26-52 U/G Production Miner - Blaster helper

Job summary

The Blaster Helper executes explosive loading tasks and assists the lead blaster in blasting operations while maintaining site safety and equipment inspections. They are also responsible for managing explosive inventory and preparing sites for drilling activities.

Job details

Miner Production U/G Class 3 Underground Blaster Helper Permanent Position – Unionized Position to fill 1 Reference MI26-52 Hourly rate 43,34$ Deadline to apply september 25, 2026 The work location is at Nunavik and the normal work schedule is on a rotation of 6 weeks: 3 weeks worked (77 hours per week, 7 days a week) followed by 3 weeks for rest. Privileges & benefits * Competitive remuneration, coupled with additional benefits such as bonuses, as well as a comprehensive range of social benefits including group insurance, a generous retirement plan, telemedicine, the PAEF, and many more. * Enriching and stimulating learning opportunities. * A friendly, committed, and collaborative working environment Responsibilities Reporting to the Supervisor, the main responsibilities of the Blaster Helper are: * Execute all assigned explosive loading tasks as directed by the lead blaster, in compliance with current standards and regulations. * Assist the blaster in executing blasting work or any other task requiring the use of explosives. * Prepare the site for the driller. * Maintain inventory tracking of explosive and non-explosive products. * Perform equipment inspections before and after each shift. * If required, assume the responsibilities of the blaster. * As needed, perform any other tasks requested by the supervisor. Qualifications * Have the skill to operate a CAT AD30 mining truck, a CAT 420F backhoe, and a Jeep Land Cruiser boom truck. * Possess a General Explosives Permit. * Have obtained a high school diploma. * Familiarity with electronic initiation systems is an asset. * Possess mining modules FMTM 1 to 5 and 7. * Have 0 to 2 years of experience. * Due to frequent interactions with French-speaking team members, bilingualism (French/English) is an asset to facilitate and improve internal communications. Skills sought * Ability to work with a diverse and multicultural team. * Autonomy, dynamism, positivity, respect, teamwork, and versatility. * Ability to work under pressure while maintaining good relationships with others. * Openness to constantly improving charging techniques. The masculine is used for the sole purpose of lightening the text and designates both the feminine and the masculine. Only the selected candidates for an interview will be called.

What you’ll do

The Blaster Helper executes explosive loading tasks and assists the lead blaster in blasting operations while maintaining site safety and equipment inspections. They are also responsible for managing explosive inventory and preparing sites for drilling activities.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a General Explosives Permit, mining modules FMTM 1-5 and 7, and a high school diploma. Proficiency in operating specific mining equipment and the ability to work in a multicultural, rotating shift environment are required.

Benefits

• Bonuses • Group insurance • Retirement plan • Telemedicine • PAEF • Learning opportunities

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Inventory tracking · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Explosive loading
• Blasting
• Equipment inspection
• Inventory tracking
• CAT AD30 mining truck operation
• CAT 420F backhoe operation
• Jeep Land Cruiser boom truck operation
• Electronic initiation systems
• Teamwork
• Versatility
• Communication
• Equipment Inspection
• Backhoes
• Positivity
• Bilingual (French/English)
• French Language
• Internal Communications
• Inventory Management
• Telehealth

Job areas

• Trades
• Manufacturing
• Energy
• Painter/Blaster
• Miner / Mining Worker
• Miners and Quarriers
• Helpers--Extraction Workers