Drill and Blast Superintendent

We are looking for an experienced Drill and Blast Superintendent to support the Mine Operations Department. In this crucial leadership role, you will provide strategic, technical, and operational guidance for all drill and blast activities. You will be responsible for planning and managing all operations within the drilling, blasting, and emulsion plant while ensuring that best in industry practices are followed.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Drilling & Blasting Operation Planning and Management

• Lead drill and blast planning and scheduling in line with the short-range mine plan.

• Prepare, verify, and approve drill and blast designs, including tie-up plans.

• Lead cost-reduction and productivity improvement initiatives through new techniques, products, and optimization opportunities.

• Drive continuous improvement in wall control blasting to support safe mining of steeper pit walls.

• Provide technical expertise for the trial, implementation, and optimization of drill GPS technology.

• Develop and implement safe work procedures, standards of practice, and operational quality control programs.

Operational Leadership, Technical Expertise & Team Development

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and coaching to direct reports, ensuring they are equipped with the right skills, resources, and engineering controls.

• Motivate the Drill & Blast team to maximise production efficiency and reduce operational variability.

• Promote a strong safety culture by actively participating in our safety programs and maintaining Zero Harm principles.

• Ensure drills, blasting equipment, and emulsion plant operations follow industry standards and SOPs.

• Participate in short- and long-range mining production planning discussions.

Reporting, Budgeting & Cross-Department Collaboration

• Lead preparation of monthly drill and blast reports and assist in budget preparation and forecasting.

• Oversee weekly drill and blast plans in coordination with senior mining engineers.

• Monitor production reports to verify output quality, accuracy, and adherence to plan.

• Communicate regularly and effectively with other departments to support integrated mine planning and operational success.

• Attend and contribute actively to planning, safety, and production meetings