Drill and Blast Engineer

This role offers an exceptional opportunity for you to contribute your expertise in blast design, technical support, and process optimisation within a supportive and collaborative environment. You will be instrumental in ensuring safe, responsible, and efficient blasting activities that meet regulatory standards while driving ongoing improvements across the business. The organisation is committed to fostering mutual trust, professional growth, and generous training support.

• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and generous training opportunities that empower you to grow your skills and advance your career within a dependable network of professionals.
• Work alongside knowledgeable colleagues who value collaboration, mutual trust, and inclusive communication, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.
• Be part of a company that prioritises continuous improvement, safety, and quality assurance—your contributions will directly influence operational success and innovation.

What you'll do:

As a Drill and Blast Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate blast designs and technical support across various mine sites. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with stakeholders to select suitable blasting products for diverse conditions while resolving any technical challenges that arise during operations. You will conduct thorough assessments of explosive product quality through detailed inspections and laboratory testing. By liaising with client-based engineers, production teams, consultants, and suppliers, you will help schedule blasting activities efficiently to minimise interruptions. Your analytical skills will be utilised in preparing comprehensive reports on blasting performance as well as conducting review meetings aimed at identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. Additionally, you will mentor junior engineers and support workflow management initiatives led by the Technical Services Manager. Success in this role requires a commitment to safety standards, attention to detail in quality assurance processes, effective communication across departments, and a passion for nurturing professional relationships within an inclusive team environment.

• Deliver comprehensive blasting engineering services including drill design, charge design, timing design, vibration analysis, and data analytics to optimise site operations.
• Select appropriate blasting products for varying conditions by consulting with stakeholders and specialist suppliers to ensure optimal performance.
• Resolve technical challenges related to drill and blast processes efficiently while implementing controls to prevent future issues.
• Assess the quality of explosive products through rigorous inspections and quality assurance tests such as laboratory experiments, velocity of detonation measurements, and density checks.
• Liaise closely with client-based engineers, production superintendents, operations teams, consultants, and suppliers to schedule blasting requirements with minimal disruption to mining activities.
• Develop procedures in partnership with clients’ technical teams that enhance the drill and blast process for improved outcomes.
• Attend planning and production meetings regularly to contribute constructively towards operational strategies and foster mutual trust between departments.
• Analyse blasting performance at multiple sites by producing daily, weekly, and end-of-month reports; monitor production data associated with blasting activities.
• Conduct blast review meetings involving quality assurance data analysis, digging sheets evaluation, blast logic assessment, and video reviews to identify areas for further improvement.
• Mentor junior engineers and vacation students while supporting workflow management and work delegation under the guidance of the Technical Services Manager.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Drill and Blast Engineer position brings substantial experience from the blasting industry along with advanced academic credentials in mining engineering. Your proficiency with mine planning tools like Deswik or Vulcan—and specialised software such as Datablast or BlastLogic—will enable you to deliver precise designs tailored for each site’s unique requirements. You have operated successfully under Safety Health Management Systems (SHMS), demonstrating your commitment to regulatory compliance. Your proven ability to mentor junior engineers reflects your dedication to communal learning within an inclusive workplace. Strong interpersonal skills allow you to foster mutual trust among stakeholders while your meticulous attention ensures accuracy throughout data analysis reporting processes. Organisational prowess enables you to balance multiple responsibilities efficiently without compromising on quality. Above all else, your capacity for translating technical information into accessible instructions makes you an invaluable asset within this supportive team environment.

• Extensive experience in the blasting industry demonstrated by successful delivery of complex projects across multiple mine sites.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent qualification relevant to drilling and blasting operations.
• Proficiency in mine planning software such as Deswik or Vulcan as well as specialised blasting software including Datablast, BlastLogic, Paradigm or ShotPlus.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively under Safety Health Management Systems (SHMS) ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Proven track record of mentoring junior or graduate engineers through knowledge sharing and supportive leadership practices.
• Exceptional communication skills enabling you to build sound working relationships with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• High level of attention to detail coupled with accuracy in data analysis reporting and quality assurance testing procedures.
• Motivated approach combined with a strong work ethic that supports communal goals within a dependable team structure.
• Highly developed organisational skills allowing you to manage time efficiently across multiple tasks while maintaining high standards.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear instructions that are easily understood by colleagues at all levels.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to safety, quality assurance, and continuous improvement within the mining sector. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed around individual needs as well as generous training opportunities that encourage professional development at every stage of their careers. The company fosters an inclusive culture where collaboration is valued above all else—ensuring everyone feels respected regardless of their background or experience level. Supportive leadership practices promote knowledge sharing through mentoring programmes while open communication channels facilitate constructive feedback across departments. With a focus on building dependable networks rooted in mutual trust and respect for each other’s expertise, this employer provides an environment where your contributions are recognised—and where you can truly make a difference both professionally and personally.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Noah Young on +61 7 3032 2283 for a confidential discussion.