Job Description

Rolleston Open Cut is a 16 Mtpa thermal coal mine located in the southern Bowen Basin in Central Queensland. With a long life of mine and low operating costs, the mine has a bright outlook. Since 2005, we have grown to become one of the largest surface mines in Australia, whilst continuing to foster a culture underpinned by safety, achievement, flexibility and teamwork to improve the skills of each and every person on the mine site every day. We are a hands-on team who all work together to meet our objectives. No job or day is the same with us, and we never miss an opportunity to share, learn and improve.

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Job Description

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An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Drill and Blast Engineer to join our dynamic Technical Services team. Reporting to the Short-Term Planning Superintendent, you will be responsible for:

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- Developing drill patterns, loading designs and blast tie-in designs.
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- Designing and optimising blasts, incorporating learnings from previous performance while ensuring compliance with site standards, procedures and the SHMS.
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- Liaising with Survey and Operations to ensure drill preparation standards are upheld, documentation and approvals are completed prior to issuing drill patterns.
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- Working with Planning Engineers to optimise mine plans and support the delivery of short, medium and long-term planning outcomes.
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- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and blast optimisation trials.
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- Coaching and mentoring Mining Engineers, fostering technical capability within the team.
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Qualifications

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- Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering.
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- Demonstrated experience in a Drill and Blast Engineering or similar mining engineering role.
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- Proficiency in Vulcan and BlastLogic software.
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- Strong analytical, problem solving and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
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- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical and operational teams.
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- The ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced mining environment.
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Perks

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- FIFO from Brisbane on an 8-6 roster, with DIDO and residential options available.
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- Highly competitive remuneration package, including an annual short-term incentive.
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- Above award annual leave entitlement.
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- Comprehensive Reward and Recognition Programme.
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- Accommodation provided, within 8 minutes to site, including village camp rooms and residential housing in Springsure.
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- Access to village amenities, including a gym, swimming pool and tennis courts.
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- Professional development opportunities, including training, upskilling and education assistance.
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- Generous private health insurance subsidy and access to our Fit for Life wellbeing program.
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- Salary sacrifice options, including additional superannuation contributions and novated leasing.
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- Exclusive employee discounts, including Hertz car hire.
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- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) through Converge International.
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📌 Drill & Blast Mining Engineer (Townsville City)
🏢 Glencore Australia
📍 Townsville City