At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to design and execute blasting operations safely and efficiently.
- Company: BAM UK & Ireland, a leading construction company focused on sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, family-friendly policies, pension contributions, and personal development opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive environment with excellent career growth and training for trainees.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the quarrying industry while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Shotfiring Supervision and strong safety mindset required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
BAM UK & Ireland is looking for Blasting Engineers / Trainee Blasting Engineers to join our team, supporting the Quarrying and extractive operations across all of England. This will be a hands-on role carrying out Drill and Blast duties and working alongside our blasting teams to deliver safe, efficient results. A full training programme would be issued for the Trainee position.
The engineer will assist in the day-to-day blasting operations in Southwest England and Wales while maintaining the highest safety standards and working with the quarry regulations 1999. This will also include:
- Designing blasts
- Keeping accurate records
- Attending production meetings
- Producing activity plans and risk assessments
- Maintaining a personal career development plan
Your team will be located in the East Midlands area, but travelling to different sites will be required.
Making Possible
You will be responsible for the following:
- Blast design
- Face profiling
- Initiation sequence design
- Charging of blasts
- Post-blast specifications
- Supervision of the drilling team
- Produce/Create activity plans and risk assessments
What do you bring to the role?
Necessary:
- Level 5 Diploma in Shotfiring Supervision
- Level 5 Certificate in Blast Design
- Level 3 Diploma in Shotfiring
- Level 2 Certificate in Face Profiling
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Strong safety mindset
- Team player who can work on their own initiative and independently on site
Desirable:
- Geotechnical training
- Quarry Regulation awareness
- Mineral Sector Safety Passport
- Current MPQC Blasting Cards
What's in it for you?
- Competitive salary
- A wide range of family-friendly policies
- Pension contributions
- Life assurance
- 23 days holiday
- 2 wellbeing days
- 1 volunteering day
- Personal and professional development
About BAM
Building a sustainable tomorrow. That's our mission and our promise at BAM. It's how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe. We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued.
We are on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics. BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.
Blasting Engineer in Bottesford employer: BAM UK & Ireland
BAM UK & Ireland is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises safety and professional development. With competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and a commitment to personal growth, employees can thrive in their roles while contributing to meaningful projects across Southwest England and Wales. The company fosters a collaborative environment where every team member is valued, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in the construction industry.
