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Title:  Drill & Blast Engineer

Department:  Mining
Location: 

Michigamme, MI, US, 49861

Contract Type: Non-Fixed Term Contract
Employee Type: Employee
Work Type: Work from Office / Site

 

Lundin Mining is a diversified Canadian base metals mining company with operations in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, the United States of America, Portugal, y Sweden, primarily producing copper, nickel and zinc.

Role Summary

The Mine Engineer – Drill and Blast is responsible for all engineering functions related to drilling and blasting of lateral development, long hole stopes, and slot raises with the primary goal of reducing overbreak and underbreak of all areas. 

Main Responsibilities | Activities

•    Lead the drill and blast planning and scheduling in accordance with the short-range mine plan 
•    Lead initiatives by identifying opportunities, products, or techniques for reducing drill and blast costs while improving the productivity of our loading fleet 
•    Prepare, verify, and approve drill and blast designs 
•    Create production reports related to drill and blast activities with recommendations for continual improvement 
•    Drive and report QA/QC of all drilling and blasting to ensure blasts follow design 
•    Liaise with contractors, vendors and other stakeholders on a technical level 
•    Other duties as assigned. 

Education, Qualifications and Experience

•    Bachelor’s degree in Mine Engineering with heavy emphasis on Drill and Blast or other degree with substantial drill and blast experience 
•    2+ years’ of mining experience, preferably in an underground environment 
•    Proficient experience in drill and blast software such as Deswik 
•    Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills 
•    Drive for continuous personal and professional development is required 


 

Lundin Mining Corporation fosters a positive, equitable and progressive workforce and is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process. If you require any accommodation during the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at eaglerecruiting@lundinmining.com.

Lundin Mining is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, identities, and cultures.

 

Requisition ID: 2373


Nearest Major Market: Marquette
Nearest Secondary Market: Northern Michigan

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