Hiring for Remote Locations Across Canada – Apply today!!!

Ledcor is actively hiring Drillers, Blasters, and Equipment Operators for civil and mining projects across Canada. These are steady, long-term roles with solid crews, reliable work, and clear direction.

We’re looking for skilled tradespeople—and driven workers ready to learn the trade. If you show up prepared, take pride in your work, and look out for your crew, we’ll back you with the training, support, and leadership to succeed.

You’ll work alongside experienced teams and supervisors who plan the work properly and set everyone up to go home safe at the end of the day.

Build a Career that lasts – apply today!

Essential Responsibilities:

Lead blast preparation and loading to keep production on scheduleDirect the blast crew to execute safe, efficient, on-time blastsLoad, tie-in, and fire patterns to plan for consistent fragmentation and diggabilityTrack blast results and production outcomesManage magazines and materials to support continuous operationsOperate safely and work independently with minimal supervision

Qualifications:

Valid Newfoundland & Labrador Blaster’s Certificate or eligible to work towards obtainingExperience blasting in surface mining or quarry operationsStrong knowledge of blast loading, tie-ins, and initiation systems or a willingness to learnAbility to read and execute blast plans and loading instructionsProduction-focused, safety-driven, and able to work independentlyStrong commitment to safety and safe work practicesAbility to work rotations, shifts, and overtimeValid driver’s license and driver’s abstractAbility to lift up to 50 lbs. and work on uneven terrainSuccessful completion of pre-access drug and alcohol testingAbility to work up to 12 hour rotating day/night shifts in all weather conditions

Work Conditions:

Travel allowances provided from anywhere in CanadaLiving out allowance or camp availableVarious shifts available

Compensation

$38.00 - $40.32 per hour

This is the expected base pay range for this role. Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, knowledge, skills, education and location.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.  

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.