Blaster Gnf Commercial Management
5 days ago
26 September 2025
Full Time
- Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
- Posted 2 weeks ago
**GNF Commercial Management**
**Job Details**
- **Location**: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
- **Salary**: Competitive hourly rate (based on experience)
- **Vacancies**: 2 positions available
- **Terms of Employment**: Full-time, permanent (minimum 30 hours per week)
- **Start Date**: As soon as possible
- **Work Location**: On-site only (no remote work option)
GNF Commercial Management Limited is a leading construction and development firm specializing in delivering high-quality civil, residential, and commercial projects across the Halifax Regional Municipality. With a strong commitment to innovation, design excellence, and sustainability, we build spaces that enhance communities and stand the test of time. We offer year-round, stable employment in a supportive and professional work environment.
We are currently seeking a experienced Blaster to join our team. This position is ideal for someone with a passion for handling explosives responsibly and contributing to the safe and efficient progress of construction projects.
**Responsibilities**:
- Assist in all blast site activities under the supervision of a licensed Blaster-in-Charge
- Perform duties such as measuring holes, loading and stemming holes, connecting initiation systems, site cleanup, and inventory checks
- Support the secure setup and closure of blast sites to ensure safety and compliance
- Assist with blast design and drill pattern layouts using GPS, drones, profilers, and bore tracking tools
- Conduct site hazard assessments to maintain safe working conditions
- Inspect and maintain equipment used in blasting operations, including vehicles for explosive product delivery
- Ensure compliance with all federal and provincial blasting and safety regulations (TDG, Explosives Act, OH&S, WHMIS)
- Maintain accurate inventory records of explosive and non-explosive products
- Follow and help enforce company policies, safe work practices, and standard operating procedures
**Job Requirements**
**Language**: English (spoken and written fluency required)
**Education**:Diploma or apprentice training of 6 months to 2 years
**Experience**:
- Previous experience in construction, mining, or related industries is an asset
- Ability to operate site surveying and blasting layout tools
- Familiarity with GPS and digital tools for site layout and logging is considered an asset
- Safety certifications (WHMIS, TDG, etc.) are an asset
- Basic computer skills (for logging blasts, accessing digital training, and reports)
- Comfortable working in outdoor environments and under physically demanding conditions
- Strong situational awareness and commitment to safety
- Professional, positive, and courteous attitude
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
**Benefits**:
- Health care plan
- Year-round, stable employment
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
**Submission Guidelines**
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, color, gender identity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal and local laws.
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