Core Specific Responsibilities & Expected Deliverables:

• Operate within and observe all relevant and applicable laws and regulations.
• Take a leading role in respecting and complying with the health, safety and environmental practices of the organisation.
• Design, plan, monitor and report on all Drill & Blast activities to ensure a productive and efficient mining operation.
• Develop short and medium term drill & blast bench master plans and designs.
• Predict and ensure blast fragmentation optimises downstream processes including load & haul activities, crusher and mill throughputs.
• Manage QA/QC process, safety & procedural compliance in drill & blast process.
• Guide the compilation of data for and writing of the daily, weekly, monthly and annual reports.
• Develop, maintain & update the drill & blast management plan.
• Collection, analysis and interpretation of drill & blast data and management of data management and reporting systems.
• Consult with the site geological/geotechnical engineer to manage and optimise pit wall stability.
• Liaise with Operational Supervisors/Superintendents and Contractors to ensure drilling and blasting activities are carried out in a safe and efficient manner.
• Coordination and review of drilling and loading QA/QC data and blast performance data, including but not limited to fragmentation, shovel/excavator productivity, material movement, wall quality and condition and ore dilution and loss from blasting.
• Identify and implement drill and blast related continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train and mentor personnel in drill & blast planning, design, in-field execution, QAQC systems and analysis.
• Perform other related duties as and when required as per the instruction of the department Lead or Manager.

Behavioural Traits & Personal Characteristics:

• Bolder: Flexible, versatile, and prepared to take on challenges as needed.
• Smarter: always looks for efficiencies and better ways of doing things.
• Driven: Sets high standards, is motivated and determined.
• Together: communicates well with peers and understand others views.
• Committed to health and safety.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work within a team environment and independently.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Committed to train and mentor others.
• Operational Requirements:

• This position is based on-site and will be focusing on driving and delivering drill and blast technical expertise in planning, design, QAQC and optimisation.
• Rosters and working hours may vary depending on business requirements.

Environmental Responsibilities:

• Comply with current, regional environmental regulations.
• Comply with the commitments contained in the Environmental Impact Studies and other additional studies in this regard, which apply to your area and activities.
• Comply with the provisions of the Mine Sites Environmental Management System.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience:

• BSc Degree or higher in Engineering Mining or equivalent.
• More than 5 years of direct drill and blast technical experience.
• More than 8 years of open cut experience in mining technical and/or operational roles.
• Computer skills include proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Project) and advanced skills with blast design software, mine planning and design software and business intelligence software.
• Skilled in wall control blast design techniques, including but not limited to presplit and trim or buffer blasting.
• Experienced designing blasts using detonating cord, non-electric and electronic initiating systems.
• Proven capability to develop and write safe operating procedures.
• Able to lead incident investigations involving drill & blast and explosive usage.
• Manage and mitigate drill and blast related risks for the operation.
• Project management qualifications and experience.
• Valid driver’s license.