Drill and Blast Engineer

2 months ago


Australia Stanmore Resources Limited Full time

Stanmore Resources Limited is a leading resources company with a strong focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement. Our exceptional mining practices and strong safety culture are renowned in the industry.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Drill and Blast Engineer to join our team at the South Walker Creek mine. As a key member of our planning engineering team, you will provide technical support for drill and blast operations and contribute to the achievement of our mining goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement drill patterns, loading, and tie-in designs to optimize mining performance.
  • Coordinate drill and blast activities to ensure blast inventory is maintained and mining rates are achieved in line with budget.
  • Monitor and reconcile drilling and blasting performance, including data quality assurance and control, fragmentation analysis, and loss and dilution from blasting.
  • Develop and implement continuous improvement projects and trials to enhance drill and blast operations.
  • Assist with daily production planning and provide accurate technical analysis to support decision-making.
  • Contribute to activities that ensure continued compliance with environmental management and safety protocols.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in a similar role within a mining engineering team.
  • Experience with relevant software, including Vulcan and BlastLogic.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

  • Permanent full-time position.
  • Residential options or FIFO (Fly-In, Fly-Out) arrangements available for the right candidate on an 8/6 roster.
  • Opportunity to work in a high-performing team at a high-performing mine site.