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Fly In Fly Out Welding information

What is a fly in fly out welding?

A Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) welding job involves traveling to remote job sites, typically in mining, oil and gas, or construction industries, for scheduled work periods before returning home during off-shifts. Welders in these roles perform tasks such as pipeline welding, structural welding, and equipment repairs. FIFO positions often include accommodations, meals, and transportation provided by the employer. These jobs can offer high wages but require long work hours and extended time away from home.

What skills and qualifications are needed for fly in fly out welding?

To thrive as a Fly In Fly Out Welder, you need advanced welding skills, attention to detail, physical stamina, and often a relevant trade certification or apprenticeship. Familiarity with various welding processes (such as MIG, TIG, or Stick), industry safety standards, and certifications like CWB or AWS are typically required. Adaptability, excellent communication, and the ability to work well in remote teams are valuable soft skills. These qualifications are crucial since the role involves working in isolated locations on demanding projects, often with tight schedules and diverse teams.

What are the typical work rotations and living conditions for fly in fly out welding?

Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) Welders usually work on a rotating schedule, such as two weeks on and one week off, depending on the project and employer. During on-site shifts, accommodations like camps or lodges are provided, offering meals and basic amenities to support the workforce in remote locations. You can expect long working days, often 10-12 hours, which are offset by extended periods off for rest and travel home. Working as part of a FIFO team fosters strong camaraderie but also requires you to adapt quickly to new teams and environments. Understanding these unique work and living arrangements helps ensure you're prepared for both the opportunities and challenges the role presents.

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Bulk Truck and Emulsion Plant Operator (Temporary)

Dyno Nobel

Rankin Inlet, NU • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Dyno Nobel rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

*This is a temporary role expected to begin in October 2026 and end towards the end of the winter season*

This is a fly in/Fly Out Position located in Meliadine 

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in the commercial explosives industry. We provide innovative blasting solutions and quality explosives products throughout North America, Australia and selected customers in the Asia Pacific.

Join us in everything that's great about Dyno Nobel: our culture, our values, our commitment to safety and most importantly our people. This combination makes Dyno Nobel a terrific place to work.

What You'll Do

As the Bulk Truck and Emulsion Plant Operator you willl load, unload, and deliver bulk products and packages as required. You are responsible for the safe and reliable preparation and delivery of products (bulk and packaged) to the customer. Other duties will include:

  • Ensure compliance with applicable Company HSE Performance Standards, as well as applicable acts and regulations.
  • Determine the product mix, contract specifications and output volume for the day.

  • Provide safe and effective operation of fleet and plant equipment
  • Prepare requested product that is consistently mixed and blended within contracted specifications, regularly testing for quality control, and delivering product to the blasting pattern in a safe and timely manner.

  • Load blasting holes in a manner which is safe, timely and provides optimum product performance

  • Compliance with quality standards for operating the plant, receiving feedstock, blending correct ratios of raw materials, calibrating instruments, maintaining quality control, recording complete and accurate information and delivering product.
  • Upkeep and maintain plant and office facilities.

What We're Looking For:

  • Completion of High School diploma or equivalent
  • 2+ years of mechanical, commercial driving, or related work experience preferred
  • Class 3 Driver's License required
  • Previous explosives and/or mining experience a plus.
  • Ability to work a fly in/fly out 2 weeks on/2 weeks off schedule. 
  • Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere

Value People - Respect, Recognize & Reward

Think Customer. Everyone. Every day

Treat the Business as our Own

Care for the Community & our Environment

Challenge & Improve the Status Quo

Deliver on our Promises

Women, veterans, members of First Nations, indigenous people, and Metis are strongly encouraged to apply. Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employment Type: Full time

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Dyno Nobel is a global leader in the commercial explosives industry, and you can be a part of something big!

Industry

Coal, metals and minerals mining

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Salt Lake City, UT, US

Year founded

1865

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