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Labourer Trainee - Women Special Program Initiative
@ Dyno Nobel
Bedford, Nova Scotia
Overview
Dyno Nobel is hiring Labourer Trainees for a full-time Women Special Program Initiative at its Bedford, Nova Scotia sites. No formal experience is needed and full training is provided. The work involves operating equipment and hand tools, basic maintenance, and strict safety procedures around explosives manufacturing and blasting.
Responsibilities:
- Operate equipment and hand tools to support the team
- Perform basic maintenance on assigned equipment
- Read gauges and adjust equipment for proper performance
- Follow safety procedures in shop, magazine and blast sites
- Report incidents and hazardous conditions
Requirements summary:
- Good work habits and positive attitude
- Ability to read, write and speak English
- Professional manner while working
- Ability to pass background screening
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-22
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Warehouse, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Encouraged to apply | Women |
| 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
- No
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 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.
Program Purpose:
Dyno Nobel Canada Inc. is implementing a Labourer Trainee Program (the “Program”) designed to increase the number of women employed in its Retail Sales & Operations sites in Bedford, Nova Scotia.
Women have been historically underrepresented in mining and explosives industries, and the Program is intended to provide entry level opportunities to women who might not otherwise apply for current vacancies. No formal experience is required and training will be provided to all participant employees.
Eligibility Requirements:
Women who meet the eligibility listed are eligible to apply for the Program. Complete training will be provided to all employees hired into the Program.
- Good work habits and a positive attitude
- Ability to read, write and speak English and to communicate in writing and verbally
- Present oneself in a professional manner while working
- Ability to pass required background screening
Essential Functions:
- Operate equipment, including hand tools, in support of team, in order to provide timely, safe, and quality service and product to the customer
- Perform basic maintenance of assigned equipment in order to assure its reliability and safe operation
- Read gauges and make adjustments to equipment to maintain proper performance in order to assure quality and accurate product delivery
- Assist team at site in order to safely serve the customer
- Follow all safety procedures and maintain safe working conditions in shop, magazine, while operating equipment, and while on blast sites in order to protect personal safety and the safety of others
- Maintain safe working conditions at all times
- Report all incidents and hazardous conditions to appropriate supervisors
- Proactively support safety programs by participating in training and safety meetings
What We Offer:
- 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
Dyno Nobel Values
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
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