Mining - Drill & Blast (Mining, Resources & Energy)Full timeApplicants must already be approved to work in AustraliaRole:This position offers the opportunity to work with a team of enthusiastic technical personnel at various levels of experience in a safe, friendly and enjoyable workplace. Reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer, you will be responsible for the provision of mine design and planning.Responsibilities:Production drill and blast designsManaging the mine ventilation systemDaily data validation and liaising with mining contractor/operations personnelFrequent underground inspections to assist in problem solving and informed schedulingQualifications:Degree in Mining EngineeringAt least 3 years underground experience preferably in a large scale base metals operationHigh level Microsoft Office, Deswik and Ventsim skillsExperience with remnant or pillar mining and design would be an advantageDesire to support continuous improvementA collaborative approach to problem solving, mentoring and providing supportAbility to communicate well, perform as a team player and have a "can do" attitudeMine planning and scheduling skillsAn attractive salary package with FIFO option ex Adelaide/Sydney or relocation and subsidised housing will be offered to the successful candidate if they wish to be residentially based.Location:Broken Hill, NSW, Australia – a well-established city with excellent amenities and a strong community network. Approximately 500km from Adelaide and 300km from Mildura.About Broken Hill Mines: The Rasp Mine is an operating silver-lead-zinc mine in Broken Hill, with a large Mineral Resource and a 750,000tpa processing plant. The mine has operated for over 120 years, producing zinc and lead concentrates sold globally. The Pinnacles Mine, situated 15km southwest of Broken Hill, is known for containing one of the area's highest-grade and shallowest silver-lead-zinc deposits. Despite being largely undeveloped, small-scale historical mining has occurred over the past 120 years. Broken Hill Mines has recently acquired the Rasp Mine and secured a Joint Venture option for the Pinnacles Mine to consolidate the two operations and create a leading and long-term base metals operation.
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