Certified Blaster

**CERTIFIED BLASTER**

**ABOUT SIGFUSSON NORTHERN**:
Sigfusson Northern is a third-generation family-owned business, which now has a portion of the company being employee-owned. Our primary focus is on building strong and lasting relationships with our employees, our clients, and the communities we serve. Ongoing growth and diversification have led Sigfusson Northern to the forefront of general contracting and heavy civil construction where we incorporate trust, respect, integrity, and commitment to our community in every decision we make and everything we do.

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Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the Certified Blaster is responsible to design, prepare, and detonate explosive-related blasts. The Certified Blaster is responsible for the safe handling of explosives while leading the blasting crew and providing on-the-job training to crew members. This is a rotational based position in a remote location where camp accommodations and meals will be provided.

**CORE RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES**:

- Design blast patterns, prepare blast holes and oversee the detonation of blasts
- Ensure the blast area is vacant and employees have received a proper warning
- Complete blast reports, inventory records, and other appropriate documentation
- Handle, store and transport explosives and accessories in accordance with regulations
- Investigate misfires as needed and recommend appropriate follow up
- Ensure that required signage is maintained for all blasting sites and explosive magazines
- Ensure that all regulations, both federally and provincially, are adhered to
- Use practices consistent with company policies and procedures from applicable technical modules, surface blasting SOP's, regulatory and safety policies and procedures
- Develop professional relationships with both internal and external customers to successfully meet objectives and add value for customers
- Communicate all relevant information to the blast crew, including a review of the hazard assessment through the safety tailgate meeting

**EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS**:

- Minimum 2 years of related explosives industry work is required
- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent is required
- Manitoba Blaster Certification required (or the ability to obtain due to work experience)
- Valid Class 5 Drivers License required
- Criminal record check required
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written
- Experience leading, managing, and mentoring a team is required
- Critical thinking and effective decision-making skills are required
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
- Strong accuracy and attention to detail is required
- Ensure safety is always a top priority
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the requirements for the role, please click **Apply** and send your resume directly to the **Corie McKay.**

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care