Open Pit Drill & Blast Engineer

Key Tasks And ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the engineering, geology, and mine operations team to develop drill and blast plans that optimize production and aligns with mid-range and LOM plans.Assist EOM reports of mining areas.Generate drill pattern designs, blast timing, activity sequences, and schedules for the short-range drill and blast plans.Generate and analyze weekly, monthly, and bench plan compliance to identify areas for improvement.Monitor, analyze, and plan pit sequence to identify areas of for improvement. Coordinate with other departments to ensure mine plans align with overall production goals. Perform daily, weekly, monthly highwall compliance.Perform daily, weekly and up to 1 month drill and blast plans.Guide operations to meet overall Short and Long Range plans.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in mining engineering or related field.Experience in Mining or related field preferred but not necessary.Proficiency with mine planning software such as, Deswik (preferred), Vulcan.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent time management skills.Great attention to detail, self-motivated.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Prior Operations and/or engineering experience is a plus.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.