1.     DRILL & BLAST ENGINEER

Role Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Mine Manager, you will be responsible for Drill and Blast Engineering support to the mining operations. Your duties will include but not limited to the following:

Job Responsibilities

Optimise drill fleet schedules, work programs, targets and requirements within their limitations and ability
Provide and update reports on actual drilled meters, consumption of consumables, etc.
Produce post blast analysis reports
Provide and document tie up plans to Drill and Blast operations
Monitor explosive usage, fragmentation and powder factors
Act as liaison to the explosive supplier for all technical matters
Promote and lead business improvement projects involving drilling and blasting
Ensure that environmental policies and strategies are incorporated into Drill and Blast plans
Spearhead manpower development and training needs
Other tasks as assigned by the Assistant Mine Manager

Experience & Qualifications

Degree in Mining Engineering
Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in mining engineering role
Must have experience in large open pit operations utilizing large scale mining equipment i.e. drill rigs and blasting experience essential
Prior exposure to Mine Planning, Design, Production/Drill and blast engineering will be an added advantage
Must show a commitment to impart technical knowledge to the mine operations personnel
Competent in incident/accident investigation
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to deliver results and act as a change agent
MUST be a holder of both a Zambian Blasting Licence and a manual Driver`s Licence