About this role
Blasting & Explosives Engineer
North of England | Permanent | Full-Time
A specialist organisation within the explosives and blasting sector is looking for a Blasting & Explosives Engineer to join its technical team.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Shotfirer, Explosives Supervisor, Blasting, Quarrying or Mining professional looking to develop into a broader technical and engineering role.
The Role You'll work alongside experienced explosives specialists, developing your skills across:
Blast design and performance analysisFragmentation and blast optimisationBlast vibration and monitoringSeismographs and specialist blasting equipmentProduct assessment, testing and developmentSite surveys and technical investigationsData analysis and technical reportingCustomer technical support and consultancyTraining and technical presentations You don't need to have experience in all of these areas. The role is designed to develop someone with strong practical blasting/explosives experience into a broader technical position.
About You We're particularly interested in candidates with experience as a:
ShotfirerExplosives SupervisorBlasting/Drill & Blast professionalQuarrying professionalMining professionalExplosives Technician Relevant explosives, shotfiring, mining or quarrying qualifications are desirable.
Most importantly, you'll have practical blasting or explosives experience, a strong safety focus, good technical ability and a willingness to learn.
Experience with blast design, vibration monitoring, fragmentation, VOD, photogrammetry or drone surveying would be advantageous but is not essential.
What's on Offer A genuine opportunity to develop your career within a specialist explosives and blasting environment, gaining exposure to technical consultancy, blasting technology, product development and specialist monitoring equipment.