Senior Drill and Blast Coordinator

MTW Employment Services; Location (WV); On-site; USD 109,973 - 134,411; Full time

Job summary

Equinox Gold is seeking a Senior Drill and Blast Coordinator to lead the drill and blast engineering team and coordinate activities for open-pit operations. This 14:14 FIFO role is based in Geraldton, Ontario, reporting to the Engineering Superintendent and focused on blasting optimization and process improvements.

The position requires a strong safety record, 6+ years in open-pit drill and blast, and supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of working experience in open pit drill and blast; hard-rock open-pit mining preferred. Supervisory experience an asset.
• Previous experience with historic underground workings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Drill and Blast Engineers, EITs, Technicians and Interns.
• Lead the open pit blast optimization projects.
• Oversee QA/QC activities done by field personnel.
• Propose and implement improvements to the drill and blast process from design to execution.
• Ensure the rigorous compliance with best practices and local restrictions.
• Follow proper document control to ensure information is organized and readily accessible.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures and technical specifications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety

English

Independence

Attention to detail

MS Office

CAD software

Deswik

Drill & blast design

Spatial skills

Inclusion

Tools

CAD software

Deswik

Job description

Equinox Gold is a growth-focused Canadian mining company operation in the Americas, with projects in Canada, the USA, Mexico, and Nicaragua. We have five operating gold mines and a clear path to achieve more than one million ounces of annual gold production from a pipeline of development and expansion projects. Equinox Gold’s team of proven and experienced mining professionals identify promising assets and develop them into world-class mines that operate to the highest environmental, social and safety standards. We are looking for individuals who want to be part of this high-functioning team and are committed to the Company’s success, just as we are dedicated to developing our people. We invite you to join our team as Equinox Gold works to achieve its vision of becoming the premier Americas gold producer.

Job Summary

Greenstone Mine is seeking a Senior Drill and Blast Coordinator to join our team. Reporting to the Engineering Superintendent, the Sr. D&B Coordinator is responsible supervision of the drill and blast engineering team and coordinating drill and blast activities.

This is a 14:14 fly-in fly-out (FIFO) rotational role based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise Drill and Blast Engineers, EITs, Technicians and Interns.
• Lead the open pit blast optimization projects.
• Oversee QA/QC activities done by field personnel.
• Propose and implement improvements to the drill and blast process from design to execution.
• Ensure the rigorous compliance with best practices and local restrictions.
• Follow proper document control to ensure information is organized and readily accessible.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures and technical specifications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

• A strong commitment to safety.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Rigorous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 productivity suite (Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Outlook).
• Experienced with any CAD software; Deswik preferred.
• Experience in drill & blast design is an asset.
• Strong spatial and analytical skills.
• Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.

Experience, Qualifications and Education

• Minimum 6 years of working experience in open pit drill and blast; hard-rock open-pit mining preferred. Supervisory experience an asset.
• Previous experience with historic underground workings preferred.

Job Conditions

Certifications

• Valid driver’s license.

Education

The salary range for this position is from$154,106.00to$188,352.00.