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Drill & Blast Engineer

Mid levelFull-timeOfficeMount Isa City QLD 4825, AustraliaPosted 5 months agoVerified 12 hours ago
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About the job

This job is about joining a collaborative team at the Eva Copper Mine Project, where you will contribute to operational excellence in a major mining operation. Your work will help set new benchmarks for safe and sustainable copper development, while also supporting local employment and community engagement. The team values mentorship, collaboration, and empowerment, creating a supportive environment for personal and professional growth.

You'll be responsible for

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Planning and executing drill and blast operations

Providing drill and blast engineering support and developing safe, efficient designs that meet production requirements.
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Monitoring and optimising activities

Conducting regular checks on drilling accuracy and adjusting designs to enhance efficiency and safety.
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Collaborating with teams

Working with Production, Survey and Technical Services teams to ensure alignment with broader mine plans.

Key criteria

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3+ years of drill and blast experience

Proven experience in a drill and blast technical role is essential.

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Open-cut hard rock mining knowledge

Understanding of open-cut hard rock mining principles and operations.

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Proficiency in Vulcan/Deswik.CAD

Experience with design software and data reporting tools.

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5 criteria for this job
3+ years of drill and blast experience
Proven experience in a drill and blast technical role is essential.

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Open-cut hard rock mining knowledge
Understanding of open-cut hard rock mining principles and operations.

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Proficiency in Vulcan/Deswik.CAD
Experience with design software and data reporting tools.

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Knowledge of mining regulations
Familiarity with relevant legislation and Australian standards.

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Strong communication skills
Well-developed written and oral communication abilities are required.

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