Yardperson

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Date: 2 Dec 2025

Location: Kamloops, British Columbia, CA, V2C 1A9

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.

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.

Orica USA Inc. has been recognized as one of the top companies for women to work for in the transportation industry by the Women in Trucking Association (WIT) in 2023

About the role

The Yardperson provides bulk product delivery support to blast crews and assistance to crews for on bench operations.

Work Schedule: 14 days on / 14 days off (NOT a Camp site, lodging not provided)

What you will be doing

Key Accountabilities Undertakes manual labour including bulk stock control and auditing, maintenance of associated equipment, operation of prime mover and skill tilt trailers, 32 tonne forklift operation Assists operators with the loading of MMUs Loads and unloads ammonium nitrate and emulsion phase deliveries Controls delivery and demurrage document s Operates a Frontend loader Conducts Waste disposal & house keeping Assists Shotfirer's with Shot Preparation Measures holes and setting out Sets up reloading areas and shots Provides high quality on bench services Provides effective delivery of bulk products and storage Communicates with Supervisor for product forecasting. Liaises with shot crew on routine matters Communications with Supervisor re product quality and/or safety issues Performs QC testing on incoming raw materials and product being despatched to crews Maintains operational equipment in clean, presentable and serviceable condition Ensures raw materials stored correctly Ensures correct accreditation signage is displayed Ensures all raw materials are correctly labelled and rotated Uses of old stock first Ensures products are produced in accordance with the correct manufacturing procedures Ensures product quality assurance is measured and recorded for later analysis Ensures the timely calibration of manufacturing equipment (scales, weights etc) Ensures equipment is maintained to provide high levels of service and replace faulty parts as required or instructed Assists with recording details of receipts into and despatches from the plant Assists controlling fixed plant costs Carries out on bench duties as directed by shotfirer.

What you will bring

Up to 2 years experience.


 

How you shape and influence others

* Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
* Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character 
* Solid interpersonal and communication skills
* Self-aware and open to feedback 
* Ability to work with minimal supervision 
* Productive without compromising quality  
* Highly reliable and motivated to excel
 

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. 


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 

 

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.

Compensation

  • $32.00 / hour

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.

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