Oil field Jobs in Labrador City, NL

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

This is a full-time position that provides technical support to blasting activities in a large Open Pit Iron Mine located in Labrador City, NL. This position involves but is not limited to the following tasks :

Analyze blasting requirements and recommend tailored solutions to optimize safety, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.

Technical support to design blast plans, including charge placement, timing, and sequencing to achieved desired results.

Conduct blast performance measurements, e.g. digital high-speed video, vibration monitoring, velocity of detonation, etc..

Support Client with resolving issues related to blasting operations, including misfires, overbreaks, and vibration control.

Conduct post blast assessments, etc. fragmentation measurement, time studies, volumetric measurements, blast reporting & documentation.

Comply with applicable regulatory health and safety policies and practices to ensure personal safety and the safety of all employees, company assets, environment and regulatory compliance.

Respond professionally and timely to address problems and business requests.

Understand and follow all Company safety policies and practices.

Observe the relationship between blast pattern and type of digging and consultant client on improvement opportunities.

Understand and enhance service requirements to continually improve customer profitability.

Ensure quality of service by advising how to minimize losses related to blasting.

Train blasters / mine planners on all aspects of this position for redundancy

Assist in carrying out blast site hazard assessments to ensure the blast site is a safe work environment for all involved.

Prepare detailed technical reports, including recommendations for improvement and performance metrics.

Stay updated on the latest advancements in blasting technology, explosives, tools, and industry standards.

What We’re Looking For :

Degree or diploma in Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related field considered an asset.

Certification in blasting or explosives handling (as per regional requirements) considered an asset.

2-5 years’ experience considered, 5+ years preferred.

Strong understanding of blasting principles, rock mechanics, and safety regulations.

Hands-on experience in field operations related to blasting.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with diverse teams and clients.

Ability to work in challenging environments and adapt to dynamic work conditions.

Proficiency in blasting simulation software and data analysis tools is a plus.

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