Pilbara Minerals is a world-class lithium producer, an ASX Top 50 listed company and owns 100% of the world’s largest, independent hard-rock lithium operation, the Pilgangoora Project, which is located in Western Australia’s resource-rich Pilbara region and produces a spodumene and tantalite concentrate. Pilbara Minerals is a Company that is going places. We are a major player in the rapidly growing lithium supply chain. We are purpose-driven, dynamic and it's an exciting time to join us! Our growth and diversification strategy will see us continue to grow and transform the industry through innovation and strong leadership.
Our purpose is to make a difference in the world, through the production of lithium raw materials which are the heart of the world’s ambition towards net zero.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Reporting to the Mining Technical Services Manager, the Senior Drill & Blast Engineer is responsible for the planning, optimising, and monitoring of Drill and Blast activities. This role is also accountable for the design of drill and blast patterns whilst ensuring compliance to the D&B management plan, environmental regulations and managing costs.
This is a permanent full-time position which operates on a FIFO 8/6 roster from Perth or DIDO from Port Hedland.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Coordinate the drill and blast function to ensure blasted stocks are maintained to achieve mining rates within budget.
- Produce and review of drill and blast designs and tie-ins.
- Monitor and reconciliation of drilling and blasting performance in areas such as drilling rates, spatial and physical compliance against daily and weekly plans, wall attainment and costs.
- Weekly and monthly reconciliation of blast performance including the review of QA/QC data, fragmentation analysis and dilution/ore loss from blasting.
- Develop and improve the Drill and Blast function's systems and procedures to ensure, clearly defined processes exist and are continually improved.
- Provide inputs and planning for the annual business plan and forecasts.
- Manage Drill and Blast related software applications and effectiveness.
- Develop and implement continuous improvement projects and trials.
- Assist with inputs for the short-term production planning.
- Providing highly accurate data entry, validation, and technical analysis
- Upholding safety and contributing to activities that ensure compliance with environmental management.
ABOUT YOU:
- Degree in Mining Engineer / Open Pit Mining Certification
- WA C class driver’s license
DESIRABLE:
- All work experience required for a WA Quarry manager’s certificate of competency
- Shotfirer’s Ticket
- Current proficiency in Providing First Aid
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive Salary
- Quarterly Incentive BONUS
- Career growth opportunities
- Great accommodation and recreational facilities
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Community Leave
- Take a front row seat in the sustainable energy transformation!
WHAT WE STAND FOR
- Great people
- Think, do, achieve
- Safety matters
- Quality products
- Valuing our partners
- Making a difference in the world
PROMOTING DIVERSITY
Pilbara Minerals recognises that talented people come from diverse backgrounds, who can contribute to our successes in different ways. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly recommend women and Australian indigenous people to apply.
OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS
As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.
Short listing for this role will commence immediately.
We respectfully request agencies not to forward unsolicited resumes unless requested.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Pilbara Minerals respectfully acknowledges the Nyamal and Kariyarra People of the Pilbara, and the Whadjuk Noongar People of the Perth region who are the traditional owners and first people of these lands. We would like to pay respect to the Elders past, present and emerging for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of the Nyamal, Kariyarra and Whadjuk Noongar Peoples.
If you are interested in learning more about Pilbara Minerals or registering for future opportunities, please visit our website www.pilbaraminerals.com.au
