Operational / Technical Execution 
Completion of all pre-operating checks 
Inspecting their work area and removing or correcting any hazards mitigating any risk of injury. 
Interpret and follow drill and blast designs, including loading prints and firing sequences. 
Select and handle explosives and detonators safely, ensuring compliance with manufacturer specs and regulatory standards. 
Adhere to all provincial and company safety protocols. Maintain knowledge of the Explosives Act of Canada for the safe handling, storage, transportation and use of explosives 
Prepare for long-hole blast following cleaning and loading designs. 
Operate loading equipment to charge blast holes with appropriate blasting agents. 
Conduct pre-blast inspections to verify hole depth, alignment, and cleanliness. 
Conduct hazard evaluation, safe distance determination, required emergency response planning, and safely load blast materials and connect detonation arrangements. 
Collaborate with engineers, geologists, and supervisors to adjust plans based on ground conditions.  Determine optimum firing sequence. 
Load explosives, set fuses, and detonate explosives to create desired blasting patterns and rock fragmentation. 
Perform post-blast assessments, including muck pile evaluation and wall stability checks. 
Maintain accurate blast records and report any anomalies or misfires. 
Perform duties required to ensure safety and to support the advancement of mining plans, such as scaling loose rock, drilling and installing bolts, extending and/or installing air and water pipes. General Administration and Controls 
Maintain precise daily logs. 
Communicate efficiently with cross-shift personnel as well as technical services, surveyors, supervisors, and other underground personnel. 
Maintain a high level of housekeeping in work areas. 
Understand and apply safe work practices. 
Follow all company policies and standards. 
Other duties that may arise from time to time.

Qualifications and Skills Requirement: 
Must be authorized to work in Canada. 
Valid driver’s license and a reliable means of transportation. 
Ability to work safely, efficiently, and always maintain a safety conscious mentality within the Mine’s environment. 
Good safety knowledge and understanding with the ability to recognize hazards and situations that may cause problems. 
Highly motivated to learn/train and become part of the McEwen Mine team supporting all the processes with professionalism. 
Must have a working knowledge in Long Hole Blasting. 
Ability to work in a safe and productive routine and safely guide the actions of less experienced employees. 
Blasting certification per provincial regulations (Ontario surface/underground blasting license).  `Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Certified Blaster 
Must have underground common core. 
Willing to work shift work. 
The ability to operate air buggy to machine clean holes is considered an asset. 
The ability to perform shotcreting activities is considered an asset. 
The ability to perform any construction mining task is considered an asset.  Must be physically fit and capable of performing physical labor such as lifting as well as working in a challenging environment underground.  Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Diversity and Inclusion McEwen is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible, and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our communities, in which we live and work. To apply for this position please email your resume to: ontariocareers@mcewenmining.com To find out more information about McEwen mining please visit us at: www.McEwenmining.com McEwen thanks all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in th