Drill & Blast Engineer

2 days ago


Perth, Western Australia Enaex Full time $120,000 - $140,000 per year

This is a key technical role responsible for delivering optimal blast outcomes, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting safe and efficient operations across our mining projects.

You will be responsible for:

  • Delivering high-quality technical mining services for drill and blast activities.
  • Providing in-field support and training to operational teams to ensure quality standards are consistently met or exceeded.
  • Project management, supporting key technical initiatives and value delivery.
  • Championing a culture of continuous improvement in drill and blast methodologies.
  • Ensuring compliance with statutory, legislative, and company safety requirements.
  • Offering technical support across regions regarding product application and best practices.
  • Collaborating with operations to enhance safety performance and operational outcomes.
  • Lead the product development, testing, evaluation and implementation processes.
  • Leading or assisting in investigations related to drilling and blasting performance, misfires and product quality.
  • Supporting the evolution and optimization of blasting methods and systems.
  • Participating in audits of systems and operational processes.

What you need

  • Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering, Civil, Chemical, or Geomechanical Engineering.
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrated report writing and verbal communication capabilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant blasting software.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams.
  • Strong technical knowledge of drilling and blasting operations in mining.
  • Current driver's licence
  • National Police Clearance (Less than 3 months old or willing to obtain).
  • State-relevant Security Clearance for handling explosives (or willing to obtain).

What we offer

  • Permanent, full-time positions based in the West coast
  • Flexibility with roster – let us know your preference
  • Company issued laptop and phone
  • Supportive, friendly leaders within a great working environment
  • An overriding commitment to Zero Harm
  • Invaluable development opportunities
  • Opportunity to work for a global organisation
  • Great Employee Benefits Program saving on 'cost of living' expenses
  • Novated leasing and deals on Ford vehicles
  • Flight Centre discounts and benefits for your next holiday
  • Access to a variety of wellbeing resources through our EAP service provider, Telus Health (including exclusive offers to retailers and brands)

How to apply

Click 'Apply' or 'Apply now' to take you to our application form through our Careers' website.

Who we are

Enaex is a world leader in the production of industrial-grade ammonium nitrate and the most important provider of integrated rock fragmentation services in Chile and Latin America. Enaex has a broad international presence operating in and exporting explosives and services to more than forty countries globally.

Enaex Australia has more than 20 years of experience in blasting services in both open-pit and underground mining, operating nationally across Australia, providing services across multiple commodities including iron ore, gold, and coal. The company services the market with a fleet of Mobile Processing Units, five state-of-the-art emulsion-manufacturing facilities and a fast-growing 300+ strong workforce. Enaex Australia is part of Enaex S.A. ("Enaex"), a subsidiary of the Sigdo Koppers Group.

Fostering Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Enaex, our approach to hiring and promoting talent is grounded in merit. We assess individuals for roles based on their qualifications, skills, experience, and alignment with our company culture and values. We deeply value the advantages that diversity brings to our workplace, embracing differences in gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We invite individuals from all backgrounds to apply and be a part of our dynamic team.

Please note:
You must have the right to live and work permanently in Australia.

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