Full job descriptionBlasting & 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 RoleYou’ll work alongside experienced explosives specialists, developing your skills across:
*Blast design and performance analysis
*Fragmentation and blast optimisation
*Blast vibration and monitoring
*Seismographs and specialist blasting equipment
*Product assessment, testing and development
*Site surveys and technical investigations
*Data analysis and technical reporting
*Customer technical support and consultancy
*Training 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 YouWe’re particularly interested in candidates with experience as a:
*Shotfirer
*Explosives Supervisor
*Blasting/Drill & Blast professional
*Quarrying professional
*Mining professional
*Explosives 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 OfferA 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.