Job Summary

We are seeking a Drill & Blast Engineer-in-Training (EIT) to join the team. Reporting to the Short-Range Mine Planning Engineer, the Drill & Blast EIT provides engineering design and technical support for drill and blast activities.

14 days on / 14 days off fly-in fly-out (FIFO) rotational role based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and review drill patterns in Deswik for our fleet of production and support drills.
• Prepare loading instructions for the Dyno blasting team.
• Monitor the progress and quality of drilling and loading activities in the field.
• Design electronic blast sequences for loaded drill patterns using Dyno’s ViewShot3D.
• Film, document, and evaluate the results of blasts.
• Propose and implement improvements to the drill and blast process from design to execution.
• Ensure rigorous compliance with established best practices.
• Follow proper document control to ensure information is organized and readily accessible.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Experience & Skill Set

• A strong commitment to safety.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Rigorous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft 365 productivity suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with CAD software; Deswik preferred.
• Experience in drill and blast design is considered an asset.
• Strong spatial and analytical skills.
• Willingness to adapt and work in an inclusive environment.
• 1+ year of experience in the mining industry; hard-rock open-pit mining experience preferred.

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