What does a Blasting Specialist do?

You blast rock and structures precisely for building projects.

How much does a Blasting Specialist earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 75'000, mid ~CHF CHF 92'000 per year (approximate).

Blasting Specialist

Crafts & Construction

Blasting specialists carry out controlled blasts in tunnel construction, demolition and mining. They calculate explosive charges, plan detonation sequences and ensure safety on the construction site. The work requires the highest precision and sense of responsibility.

Entry

~CHF 75'000

CHF 6'250/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 92'000

CHF 7'667/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 115'000

CHF 9'583/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelFederal Diploma

Duration12 months

Your path to Blasting Specialist

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Secondary School

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Career Start

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Starting salary: CHF 75'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics7/10

🔬 Science6/10

💻 IT4/10

🔧 Manual7/10

🎨 Artistic1/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance5/10

🎨 Creativity3/10

🤝 Social Contact6/10

💪 Physical Demands8/10

📈 Career Growth5/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)6/10

✨ AI Risk2/10

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