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Reporting to the Senior Production Engineer, you will play a key role in optimising drill and blast activities to support safe, efficient and high-quality ore extraction at Newmont Tanami. Working closely with operations, geology and technical services teams, you will design and execute drill and blast plans that align with production schedules, improve stope performance and drive continuous improvement across underground operations. This role offers strong exposure across the production cycle, providing the opportunity to influence outcomes, optimise performance and contribute to the ongoing success of a large-scale underground operation.

Job Responsibility:

  • Prepare stope file notes, ring designs and firing plans aligned to mine schedules
  • Monitor drill and blast performance and optimise production outcomes
  • Conduct underground inspections to support safe and effective execution
  • Liaise with operators, engineers and technical teams to resolve issues
  • Identify improvement opportunities and implement optimisation initiatives
  • Support compliance with drill and blast standards and safety requirements
  • Analyse performance data and provide recommendations to stakeholders
  • Contribute to continuous improvement projects across drill and blast activities

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent
  • Experience in underground metalliferous mining environments
  • Strong understanding of drill and blast practices and longhole stoping
  • Experience with ANFO, emulsion and electronic detonators
  • Understanding of explosive safety management practices
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Nice to have:

  • Exposure to SOLO rigs and downhole drilling
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and mining software
What we offer:
  • Industry-competitive remuneration package
  • Annual performance incentives
  • FIFO allowance
  • Health & Wellbeing Allowance
  • Access to employee benefits, career development and progression opportunities with a global organisation

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 02, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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