Senior Drill & Blast Engineer: Optimize Fragmentation & Safety

Ma'aden Aluminium Company (MAC); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Ma'aden Aluminium Company (MAC) is seeking an Engineer Drill & Blast III to lead planning, design and execution of drilling and blasting in mining projects. You will optimize blast designs, improve fragmentation, and ensure safety and efficiency while maximizing ore recovery.

The role requires 4–10 years in drill and blast, a mining or civil engineering degree, and experience with blast modeling software. You will coordinate with geologists and production teams, train crews, and liaise with

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in blast design principles, rock mechanics, explosives engineering, and blasting techniques.
• Ability to interpret geological data, analyze blast performance data, and optimize blast designs to achieve desired outcomes.
• Experience with blast modeling software and blasting accessories within regulatory safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize drill and blast plans to meet production targets.
• Coordinate drilling and blasting operations with mine schedules.
• Evaluate and select drilling equipment, explosives, initiation systems, and blasting accessories.
• Provide guidance on blast hole pattern design, hole spacing, burdens, and loading procedures.
• Conduct blast performance analysis, vibration monitoring, and post-blast assessments.
• Manage risks including flyrock, ground vibrations, and environmental impacts.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and communities to ensure compliance with permits and standards.
• Mentor and train junior engineers and blasting crews on best practices and safety.

Skills

blast design principles

rock mechanics

explosives engineering

blasting techniques

blast modeling software

drilling equipment

explosives

initiation systems

safety regulations

data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or civil engineering

Master's degree or specialized training in drill and blast engineering

Tools

BlastXpert

Surpac

Vulcan

Job description

Ma'aden Aluminium Company (MAC) is seeking an Engineer Drill & Blast III to lead planning, design and execution of drilling and blasting in mining projects. You will optimize blast designs, improve fragmentation, and ensure safety and efficiency while maximizing ore recovery.

The role requires 4–10 years in drill and blast, a mining or civil engineering degree, and experience with blast modeling software. You will coordinate with geologists and production teams, train crews, and liaise with