Summary
Date Posted: Monday, April 29 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job description:
General Role Purpose:
The role will be responsible for the development and implementation of Drill & Blast Management systems, continuous improvement and execution of drill & blast designs, mine planning, data management and analysis, and development of the drill & blast team through training and mentoring.

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.

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.
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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.



Education Requirement: No Requirements

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

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