Responsibilities:
Breaking up rock and soil: Blasters use explosives to break up rock and soil, dislodge tree stumps, and demolish buildings and bridges.
Planning drill patterns: Blasters consult with geologists to plan drill patterns for blast holes.
Handling explosives safely: Blasters are responsible for handling explosives safely, measuring and loading blast holes, and tying in blast patterns.
Ensuring safety regulations: Blasters ensure that safety regulations are met at all times.
Meeting targets: Blasters are responsible for their allocated workload and must meet all targets as agreed with their line manager.
Contributing to the organization: Blasters co