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Drill & Blast Engineers

Mid levelSeniorFull-timeHybridMulbring NSW 2323, AustraliaPosted 1 week agoVerified 10 hours ago
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About the job

The job is about joining Orica’s Mining Services Technical team as an Underground Drill & Blast Engineer. This position plays a crucial role in applying engineering expertise to solve complex blasting challenges and support safe, efficient mining operations across Australia and New Zealand. The team thrives on collaboration, providing access to industry-leading expertise and ongoing professional development opportunities.

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You'll be responsible for

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Designing and optimizing underground blast outcomes

Focus on production and development activities to enhance performance.
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Diagnosing and resolving blasting challenges

Work directly with site teams to troubleshoot operational issues.
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Leading technical improvement projects

Aim to enhance fragmentation, dilution control, cycle time, and cost performance.

Key criteria

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Degree in mining engineering

Possession of a degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.

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5+ years underground drill and blast experience

Demonstrated experience in operational or technical roles.

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Blast design software proficiency

Experience using software like Deswik or ShotPlus for blast design.

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5 criteria for this job
Degree in mining engineering
Possession of a degree in Mining Engineering or related discipline.

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5+ years underground drill and blast experience
Demonstrated experience in operational or technical roles.

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Blast design software proficiency
Experience using software like Deswik or ShotPlus for blast design.

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Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to diagnose and resolve blasting challenges effectively.

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Effective communication skills
Well-developed skills for stakeholder engagement and collaboration.

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