Controller Jobs in Thunder Bay, ON

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

As a CyberDet & Underground EIS Specialist, you will lead the site implementation, support and ongoing use of Dyno’s Wireless Electronic Initiation System. You will support the Canadian Underground Electronic Initiation Systems (EIS) business and train and certify end users of EIS systems. Other duties include :

Ensure compliance with applicable HSE Performance Standards, objectives and as well as acts, and regulations and the commitment to achieving Zero Harm through behavioral based safety focus.

Provide product specialist knowledge and system support for Dyno Nobel’s UG Electronic Initiation Systems – CyberDet 1, BlastWeb I&II, DigiShot Plus, DriftShot

Lead the conversion to CyberDet I at assigned site / s. This includes being responsible for :

Responsible for coordination, development and management of trials and conversion project plans

Liase with Operations, Commercial and DynoConsult personnel to ensure conversion is successful, requesting assistance as, and when, required

Liaising with the customer on all operational aspects of the trial / conversion

Implement risk management strategies prior to implementation if system to site

Lead the CyberDet I Service component, through conducting Field Strength Surveys on an on-going basis and ensuring that good and reliable communication and signal strength is available

Confirm Charge plan with Mine Engineers for every blast and ensure all parameters are sufficient for the CyberDet I system.

Assign the appropriate Encryption Keys to each blast and ensure compliance to the procedure.

Program & Activate CyberDet I units with the correct Encryption Key at the underground workings and ensure the correct loading of each unit to the designate blast hole takes place.

Fire Blast with correct Encryption Key from the Surface Blast Controller and inspect outcome of blasts.

Ensure maintenance of equipment and that batteries are fully charged

Manage all product components and consumables on site : Receivers, Batteries, Spiders, Lanyards, Taggers etc.

Assist and execute other electronics and conventional IS blasting when required.

What We’re Looking For :

Bachelor Degree / Technical Diploma in Mining or Electronics and 3-5 years of experience OR 7+ Years Industry Related Experience strong hands-on knowledge & capability

Experience in facilitating product training

Explosives or blasting qualification e.g. Underground Common Core training or Explosives training preferred but not required

Ability to operate independently at remote sites and exhibit creative problem-solving skills

Ability to travel an estimated 60% of the time

Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

What We Offer :

• Paid vacation time + paid holidays
• Health Care + Life insurance + AD&D
• RRSP + RPP (after 1 year of continuous employment)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Friendly 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