Posted 7 days ago
Blaster
@ Dyno Nobel
Fredericton, New Brunswick
Overview
Dyno Nobel is hiring a full-time Blaster for quarry blasting operations across New Brunswick. The role runs blast sites, supervises assigned crew, and handles explosives and blasting safety compliance. Candidates need a provincial blasting licence (Class I or II) or the ability to obtain one, plus a Class 5 driver's licence.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct blast site hazard assessments
- Supervise blast site crew
- Prime, load, stem and initiate blasts
- Assist with shot design and preplanning
- Maintain explosives inventory
Requirements summary:
- Grade school diploma plus trade education or extensive experience
- Provincial Blasting Licence Class I or II
- Class 5 driver's licence (Class 3 with air brakes an asset)
- Ability to repeatedly handle 25 kg units
- Basic computer skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-30
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Vehicle |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 55 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | TDG |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | Women, Veterans, Indigenous peoples |
| Education | High school (required), Trade certificate (preferred) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness |
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Dyno Nobel
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Full company description
Dyno Nobel Limited Dyno Nobel (ASX:DNL) is a global leader in blasting technology, commercial explosives and mining services. With a history dating back 180 years, to the pioneering work of Alfred Nobel, the company is driven by a commitment to safety, innovation and excellence. With a robust presence across six continents, Dyno Nobel leverages a global network of state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and distribution channels to deliver cutting-edge, efficient, safe and sustainable solutions. Across the full drill and blast value chain from manufacturing to comminution and liberation Dyno Nobel provides essential solutions to industries that drive global infrastructure, energy and resource development. Employing around 4,000 people, Dyno Nobel's team comprises some of the industry's most recognised and experienced blasting technology engineers and blasters. The company’s world-class technology, people and commitment to excellence delivers groundbreaking performance for customers, designed to meet their unique needs.
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 2,730
- Reported office locations
- Brisbane, AU
- Level 8, 28 Freshwater Place, Southbank, VIC 3006, AU
- Other recorded names
- Dyno Nobel
- Specialties
- Commercial Explosives and Explosive Engineering
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Dyno Nobel Limited Dyno Nobel (ASX:DNL) is a global leader in blasting technology, commercial explosives and mining services. With a history dating back 180 years, to the pioneering work of Alfred Nobel, the company is driven by a commitment to safety, innovation and excellence. With a robust presence across six continents, Dyno Nobel leverages a global network of state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mining |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Brisbane |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | Commercial Explosives and Explosive Engineering |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 38 |
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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.
What You’ll Do
As a Blaster, you will be a part of a blast crew in quarry blasting operations throughout New Brunswick. This position involves but is not limited to the following tasks:
- Conduct blast site hazard assessments to ensure the blast site is a safe work environment for all involved.
- To provide supervision to all blast site assigned employees.
- Take part in all blast site activities (priming charges, loading bulk products, stemming, hookup and initiation of the blast)
- Assist in shot design/layout and all preplanning activities.
- Ensure that all equipment to be used in that operation is in good operating condition, including vehicles used for delivery of explosives products.
- Ensure that all regulations, both federally (TDG, Explosives Act, Bulk Regulations, WHIMIS) and provincially (Blasting Safety and OH&S Regulations) are adhered to by all personnel on your crew.
- Maintain an accurate and up-to-date inventory of all products (explosive and non-explosive).
- Ensuring that company policies, safe work instructions, hazard analysis, and standard are up-to-date and followed by crew members.
What We’re Looking For:
Minimum educational requirements: Grade school diploma, Trade related education or extensive experience in the related fields.
Provincial Blasting License Class I or II (NS or NB) or able to acquire based on experience.
Basic computer skills and an ability to communicate effectively in the terminology related to the field in the form of verbal and written reports.
Good physical condition is required with the ability to repeatedly handle 25 kilogram units.
Class 5 Drivers License. Class 3 with air brakes considered an asset.
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
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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