Implementation Specialist (Red Chris, BC)

Date: 25 Jul 2025

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, CA, V6C 3B6

Company: Orica

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilize the earth’s resources.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role - Implementation Specialist, New Blasting Technology (Red Chris, BC)

Location: Red Chris Site, BC

Work Schedule: 14 days on / 14 days off (12 hours/day)

Fly In / Fly Out: Flights provided from Calgary, Kelowna, Kamloops, Williams Lake, Prince George, Smithers, Nanaimo and Vancouver

This role is critical for the implementation of new and existing blasting technologies at customer sites and the provision of ongoing services for Surface and Underground applications. It is also accountable for managing the safe and reliable implementation of these blasting technologies which includes Safety Leadership, Project Implementation and Support, and Customer and Internal Communications. As part of the Canadian Technical Solutions Team, this will be accomplished by working with cross-functional project teams to deliver successful value-added outcomes.

What you will be doing

Supporting the adoption and implementation of new technologies, including but not limited to, 4DTM Bulk System and WebGenTM Technologies, this role is responsible for:

(1) Safety Leadership - As a technical leader within the region and customer’s site this role will;

Adhere to Orica’s and the customer’s Safe Operating Procedures & champion SHE initiatives relating to Technical Solutions and blasting related activities,

Risk Management (Orica’s and the Customer’s) for processes relevant to the implementation.

(2) Project Implementation and Support

Responsible for supporting all stages and aspects of implementation such as blast design and associated processes, equipment installation and training, and Key Performance Indicators tracking and reporting.

(3) Customer and Internal Communication

Establishing regular communication schedules to determine use-cases for the blasting technologies, implementation logistics and progress tracking with customers and the relevant internal functions such as the Commercial, Digital Solutions and Marketing teams.

What you will bring

- Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Technologist, (Mining, Civil, Survey, Geology) or similar field.

- Project Management skills.

- Solid communication and presentation skills.

- Solid computer ability is required with experience using Microsoft Office, and familiarity with CAD based software would be considered a strong asset.

- Drill and Blast experience in both surface and underground mining is an asset.

- Blast design experience is a strong asset.

- Well-developed troubleshooting/problem solving and investigative capabilities.

- Well-developed interpersonal skills.

- Willingness to provide hands-on, on-site customer support is required.

How you shape and influence others

- Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility

- Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character

- Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal & communication skills

- Self-aware and open to feedback

- Work effectively across business unit

- High level decision making ability

- Able to manage multiple tasks within deadlines and work independently

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

- Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.

- Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.

- Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

- Short and Long Term Disability

- Retirement / Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)

- Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year

- Paid Time Off

Compensation Range

- $89,000 - $117,600

- Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.

We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica. Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made.