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Driver - Explosives

Orica6 days ago
Terrace, BC
CA$34/hour
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Medical insurance, basic module paid.
Dental insurance, basic module paid.
Life, disability, accidental death insurance.

About the role

Date: 1 Sept 2025

Location: Terrace, British Columbia, CA, V8G 4S8

Company: Orica

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

The Driver - Explosives delivers explosive materials to the relevant Orica (manufacturing plant, Orica customer service depot) or Customer Site (on site magazine), this may include operation, maintenance and upkeep of the delivery vehicle in a safe and environmentally conscious manner at all times and in line with approved standard and procedures.

What you will be doing

  • Deliver product to scheduled customers within established routes in an efficient and professional manner
  • Ability to maneuver on the road and on customer property in a safe manner.
  • Preventative maintenance, greasing schedule including focus parts and process to clean/change all filters.
  • Mechanical aptitude with ability to quickly determine potential issues and problem solve accordingly.
  • Perform safety pre/post trip inspections on truck and equipment to company safety standards
  • Complete fully and accurately all necessary paperwork in compliance with company procedures, and government regulations
  • Ability to familiarize with relevant Orica products and their associated unique handling characteristics.
  • Assist with incoming stock and rotate inventory as required.

What you will bring

  • Clean Driver's abstract
  • Class 3 License

Work Schedule

  • Monday to Friday
  • Ideally must be within 25 km of Terrace, BC site
  • Occasional weekend work
  • Overtime
  • Occasional out of town work/camp work

How you shape and influence others

  • Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
  • Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character
  • Solid interpersonal and communication skills
  • Self-aware and open to feedback
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Productive without compromising quality
  • Highly reliable and motivated to excel

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.
Benefits (Full Time Employees)

  • Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.

  • Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.

  • Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.

  • Short and Long Term Disability.

  • Retirement / Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP).

  • Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year.

  • Paid Time Off.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Compensation

  • $34.00 per hour

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.

We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica. Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made.

About Orica

Mining
5001-10,000

Our story began in 1874, when we first supplied explosives to the Victorian goldfields in Australia. Since then, we have grown to become one of the world’s leading mining and infrastructure solutions providers.

From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilise the earth’s resources.

With 150 years of expertise, our 14,000+ community of engineers, scientists, technologists, operators, business specialists and on-site crew support customers in surface and underground mines, quarry, construction, and oil and gas operations.

Sustainability is integral to our operations. Our approach to sustainability begins with ensuring we operate our business responsibly, and by prioritising the safety of our people, customers, and communities. We are in a unique position to leverage our expertise in technology to create safer and more responsible solutions and deliver positive economic, social, and environmental contributions through our business activities.