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About The Role

Kicking off in 2017 as a greenfield operation, Mount Pleasant Operation has grown into a world class project. We are now seeking a Drill and Blast Engineer to join this highly collaborative team. 

As our next Drill & Blast Engineer reporting to the Technical Services Manager, you will work collaboratively towards delivering high-quality solutions and results. 

The Drill and Blast Engineer will be responsible for drill and blast designs and loading. This role will work closely mine planning team to provide designs and schedules to support the execution of the mine plan. Key duties also include: 

• Drill pattern designs  

• Loading design – product selection to maximise fragmentation and minimise cost 

• Blast tie up design 

• Weekly drill and blast schedules 

• Explosives ordering 

• Blast reconciliations post blast and communication of results  

• Integrated approach and collaboration with planners to maximise coal flow 

• Communicate any changing to plans across the wider team 

• Develop strong working relationships with drill and blast team 

• Work with the client team around blast notification and road / rail closures 

• EOM processes and reporting 

• Look for opportunities of continuous improvement of the drill and blast processes onsite 

• Follow safety procedures and promote a safe work environment at all times 

About You

• Demonstrated commitment to Thiess principles of Discover, Accountable, Respectful and Empowered. Relevant tertiary qualifications in Mining or Civil Engineering (or equivalent) 
• Minimum 2 years’ site experience in an operational mining engineering capacity (open cut preferred). 
• Attitude to learn and work ethic to deliver the required information to drill and blast crew  
• Experience with Blast Logic, Vulcan or similar software 
• Ability to work collaboratively within a small team environment. 
• A commitment to the best practice of health and safety at all times 
• Excellent behavioural, time management, analytical, verbal and written communication skills. 

What Thiess Can Do For You

• Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development 
• Mon-Fri Roster
• Monthly RDO
• Health & wellbeing rewards program through AIA Vitality 
• Salary continuance insurance 
• Salary sacrifice options – novated leasing   
• Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products 

About Us

At Thiess, we partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia and the Americas. For more than 85 years, we have operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses global insight to optimise solutions and create value for each project, positioning them for optimal efficiency, productivity and cost performance, backed by how we meet our commitments. Thiess is committed to being at the forefront of sustainable mining, leveraging the power of our people and technology to support clients in their journey to more sustainable enterprises.

We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.

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