Drill & Blast Mining Engineer – FIFO & Growth

Glencore Australia; Central Highlands Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO from Brisbane with DIDO options

Competitive remuneration package

Health insurance subsidy

Professional development opportunities

Access to village amenities

Job summary

Glencore Australia is seeking a Drill and Blast Engineer for Rolleston Open Cut in Queensland. This role involves developing drill patterns, designing blasts, and collaborating with planning teams to optimize operations. Candidates should possess a tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering and have experience in a similar role. The position offers competitive remuneration and various benefits, including FIFO options and professional development.

This dynamic environment fosters safety and teamwork, with a commitment to technical capability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in Drill and Blast Engineering or similar role.
• Strong communication skills to work across teams.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Develop drill patterns, loading designs, and blast tie-ins.
• Design and optimise blasts ensuring compliance with standards.
• Liaise with stakeholders to maintain drill preparation standards.
• Support planning engineers in short and long-term planning.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coach and mentor Mining Engineers.

Skills

Drill and Blast Engineering

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Vulcan and BlastLogic software

Education

Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering

Job description

Glencore Australia is seeking a Drill and Blast Engineer for Rolleston Open Cut in Queensland. This role involves developing drill patterns, designing blasts, and collaborating with planning teams to optimize operations. Candidates should possess a tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering and have experience in a similar role. The position offers competitive remuneration and various benefits, including FIFO options and professional development.

This dynamic environment fosters safety and teamwork, with a commitment to technical capability and continuous improvement.