At a Glance
- Tasks: Create drill patterns and coordinate blasting to optimise mining operations.
- Company: Join a leading mining company with a focus on innovation and safety.
- Benefits: Permanent role, residential or FIFO options, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in mining while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in mining engineering and experience with relevant software.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
- Business Unit: Operations Sth Walker Creek
- Job Function: Mining & Operations
- Posting Start Date: 18/06/2026
Reporting to the Mine Planning Superintendent at South Walker Creek mine.
Responsibilities
- Be responsible for the creation of drill patterns, loading and tie‑in designs
- Coordinate drill and blast to ensure blast inventory is maintained to achieve mining rates in line with budget
- Monitor and reconcile drilling and blasting performance including data QA/QC, fragmentation analysis and loss and dilution from blasting
- Develop and implement continuous improvement projects and trials
- Assist with daily production planning
- Provide accurate technical analysis
- Uphold safety and contribute to activities that ensure continued compliance with environmental management
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or a related field
- Demonstrated experience in a similar role within a Mining Engineering team
- Experience with relevant software including Vulcan and Blast Logic
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- What’s on offer
- Permanent full‑time position
- Residential options or FIFO are available for the right candidate on an 8/6 roster
- Opportunity to work in a high performing team at a high performing mine site
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Drill & Blast Engineer employer: Stanmore Resources Limited.
Join a leading mining operation at South Walker Creek, where we prioritise safety and innovation in our work culture. As a Drill & Blast Engineer, you'll benefit from a permanent full-time position with flexible residential or FIFO options, alongside opportunities for professional growth within a high-performing team. Our commitment to continuous improvement and employee development makes us an exceptional employer in the mining industry.
Contact Details:
Stanmore Resources Limited. Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Drill & Blast Engineer
Drill Pattern Design
Loading and Tie-in Designs
Blast Inventory Management
Performance Monitoring
Data QA/QC
Fragmentation Analysis
Loss and Dilution Analysis
