Yellowknife, NT, Canada
4 days ago
Surface & Underground Relief Operator
Job Brief

The Surface and Underground Relief Operator will travel to mine sites located in the Arctic to provide proper staffing coverage. The underground operator will ensure the safe and effective preparation and delivery of products.

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 Surface and Underground Relief Operator, you will travel to mine sites located in the Arctic to provide proper staffing coverage. You will work shifts at a variety of locations such as: Meadowbank Mines, Meliadine, Diavik, and Ekati. The underground operator will ensure the safe and effective preparation and delivery of correct explosive product to the loading sites. Other duties will include:

Safely operate and maintain loading and delivery equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures, and in a manner that protects company assets and ensures their dependability.Troubleshoot and repair equipment when not in proper working condition.Work independently, traveling between the loading sites and the plant on a 5 day/week basis (overtime and overnight  runs along with weekend work will be required)Contribute to the establishment of strong positive relations between the Company and the Site’s prime 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 on surface (NRC regulations).Have a full understanding of documentation required for completing all job tasks related to pumping emulsion explosives.Accurately and fully complete all required documentation and reports within time requirementsEnsure compliance with applicable Company HSE Performance Standards, as well as applicable acts and regulationsGuarantee 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

 

What We’re Looking For:

Grade 12 Diploma or the equivalent preferredMechanical knowledgeAbility to trouble-shoot problems with Underground equipment hydraulic and electrical (asset) Class 5 Driver LicenseMay require lifting of 60 lbs.Ability to work a fly in/fly out scheduleAbility to frequently travel to different Dyno Nobel locations in the Arctic.Must be able to wear personal protective equipment where required.Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

 

What We Offer:

Paid vacation time + paid holidaysHealth Care + Life insurance + AD&DRRSP + RPP (after 1 year of continuous employment)Employee Assistance ProgramFriendly 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.

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