Drill and Blast Engineer

Talison Lithium; Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Income protection insurance

Life Insurance for company superannuum

Competitive parental leave policy

Salary sacrifice options for remote/hQ

Performance-based incentive

Job summary

Talison Lithium is seeking a Drill and Blast Engineer for the Greenbushes operation, reporting to the Senior Drill and Blast Engineer. You will execute drill and blast planning, ensuring safety, efficiency and environmental responsibility.

The role operates on an 8/6 roster with 10-hour days. DIDO arrangements with catered camp are available for non-local candidates, offering flexibility to suit preferences.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering (preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in drill and blast operations or engineering.
• Strong understanding of open pit mining design.
• Proficiency in CAD-based mine design software and Surpac/ShotPlus.
• Strong analytical skills with budgeting and cost analysis experience.
• Technical knowledge across drilling, blast hole charging, excavation and haulage.
• Contract management experience is desirable.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• People management and teamwork ability.
• Knowledge of mine safety regulations and environmental management.

Responsibilities

• Develop drill and blast designs for implementation, aligned with long-term concepts and short-term scheduling.
• Incorporate environmental and geotechnical considerations, liaising with external consultants.
• Monitor drill and blast production statistics for performance tracking.
• Conduct weekly reviews of performance against targets and report variances.
• Collaborate with the Mine Planning team to align short-term with quarterly plans.
• Assess alignment between medium-term activities and long-term mine plans and recommend actions.
• Participate in daily and weekly production meetings to track performance against plan.
• Inspect mining areas regularly and develop corrective actions for issues.
• Review monthly contractor claims and provide recommendations.

Skills

Drill and blast design

Mine planning

CAD

Surpac

ShotPlus

Budget analysis

Cost variance analysis

Engineering reporting

Team collaboration

Education

Mining Engineering degree

Tools

Surpac

ShotPlus

CAD-based mine design software

Job description

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Lithium plays a critical role in the transition to clean energy, and Talison Lithium is the world’s leading lithium minerals producer with the largest high-grade ore body in the world - join us and be a part of the transition.

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Drill and Blast Engineer, the successful candidate will be responsible for executing drill and blast planning activities for the Greenbushes mining operation. This role ensures that all drilling and blasting is carried out safely, efficiently and in an environmentally responsible manner, contributing to the overall success of site operations.

This Greenbushes based Drill and Blast Engineer role is offered on an 8/6 roster, working 10 hour days, providing an excellent work life balance. For those based outside the region, we offer a Drive-In Drive-Out (DIDO) arrangement with fully catered camp accommodation provided. Offering you the flexibility to align with your personal and professional preferences, whether you're seeking the convenience of DIDO or the stability of living locally.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop drill and blast designs for operational implementation, based on long-term concept designs and aligned with short-term scheduling requirements
• Incorporate environmental and geotechnical considerations into drill and blast planning, while liaising with external consultants across relevant disciplines to ensure safe, effective, and compliant outcomes
• Monitor and manage drill and blast production statistics to support performance tracking and improvement
• Conduct weekly reviews of drill and blast performance against targets, investigating and reporting on any variance to plan
• Collaborate with the Mine Planning team to ensure short-term plans align with the quarterly mine plan
• Assess alignment between medium-term activities and long-term mine plans, recommending corrective actions where necessary
• Participate in daily and weekly mine production meetings to track drill and blast performance against plan
• Regularly inspect mining areas to assess drill and blast conditions and contribute to the development of corrective actions for identified issues
• Review monthly contractor claims and provide recommendations for negotiated adjustments

About the Candidate:

• Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering (preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in drill and blast operations or engineering, with a strong focus on drill and blast design
• Proven capability across various mine planning functions, with a strategic understanding of open pit mining design
• Proficiency in CAD-based mine design software and mining applications such as Surpac and ShotPlus
• Strong analytical skills, with experience preparing and managing operating budgets and analysing cost variances
• Technical knowledge across key mining operations including drilling, blast hole charging, excavation, and haulage
• Contract management experience (desirable, but not mandatory), including inspection test plans, quality assurance and monthly claim assessments
• Excellent report writing, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate effective people management and team collaboration
• Solid understanding of mine safety regulations and environmental management systems
• High level of computer literacy, particularly with the Microsoft Office Suite and mining-specific software

Some of the many benefits of working with Talison include:

• Flexible working environment
• Income protection insurance
• Life Insurance for company superannuation employees
• Competitive parental leave policy
• Salary sacrifice options for remote area housing, motor vehicles and superannuation
• Participation in site performance-based incentive scheme

About Talison Lithium

Talison Lithium supports many of the community projects, groups and sporting events our employees are involved in. Our future is within, and as part of, the community.

The Greenbushes Lithium Operation is located in a unique residential setting, near the town of Greenbushes atop the picturesque Darling Scarp. Being active in the broader community is integral to our core business values of safety, transparency and inclusiveness. We regularly carry out site tours for local school and community groups and promote education through Mine Open Days and community events.

Supporting a diverse workforce

Talison Lithium strongly encourages applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of work experience. Talison Lithium takes pride in its unique location and the excellent work/life balance offering that our employees enjoy. Talison Lithium recognises that we are strengthened by diversity and is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all genders, cultures and identities.