Underground Drill & Blast Team Lead

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision package

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an Underground Drill & Blast Supervisor for our Leeville underground team. You will safely coordinate drilling and blasting programs, lead the workforce, and ensure alignment with the mine plan to maximize safe, responsible gold production.

The role emphasizes visible leadership in the field, collaboration across production and maintenance, and strong focus on safety, health, and environmental compliance in a dynamic mining environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years mining or industrial leadership experience.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in drill and blast activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise drill and blast daily work requirements.
• Lead safety meetings and ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Technical teams to meet production plan.
• Provide visible leadership and field-based oversight.
• Assist in budgeting, scheduling, and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Drill & Blast

MS Office

Communication

Job description

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an Underground Drill & Blast Supervisor for our Leeville underground team. You will safely coordinate drilling and blasting programs, lead the workforce, and ensure alignment with the mine plan to maximize safe, responsible gold production.

The role emphasizes visible leadership in the field, collaboration across production and maintenance, and strong focus on safety, health, and environmental compliance in a dynamic mining environment.