Rick Fiset
About Rick Fiset
Rick Fiset is a Senior Drill and Blast Coordinator with over four decades of experience in the mining industry. He has served as an instructor at Northern College since 2017 and has a background in education from Northern College of Applied Arts and Technology.
Work at Glencore
Rick Fiset has served as a Senior Drill and Blast Coordinator at Glencore since 1980. His role involves overseeing drilling and blasting operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in mining processes. With over four decades of experience in this position, he has developed extensive knowledge in the field, contributing to various projects within the organization.
Current Role at Northern College
Since 2017, Rick Fiset has been an instructor at Northern College in Timmins, Ontario. He shares his expertise in drill and blast techniques with students, drawing on his extensive industry experience. His role as an educator allows him to influence the next generation of mining professionals.
Education and Expertise
Rick Fiset studied at the Northern College of Applied Arts and Technology, where he gained foundational knowledge relevant to his career in mining. He graduated from THVS, where he completed a four-year program from 1976 to 1980. His educational background supports his practical experience in drill and blast operations.
Retirement Status
Rick Fiset has been retired from his position as Senior Drill and Blast Coordinator since 2017. However, he continues to contribute to the field through his teaching role at Northern College, where he has been retired since 2019. This transition allows him to remain engaged in the industry while passing on his knowledge.