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Drill and Blast Engineer - Sudbury, ON (Canada)

Reno, Nevada

ABOUT THIESS

Thiess, originating in Australia in 1933, is now a $4 billion global organization focusing on sustainable resource solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and engineering consulting. With 12,000 employees, we are committed to creating lasting value for our clients and leading the way toward a more sustainable future.

We are a movement spearheading a journey towards a more sustainable future, and North America is a crucial part of it. Our unique business approach to contract mining currently makes our services available in the United States and Canada. In the US, we operate in Salt Lake City, Utah, Colorado, and the Intermountain West region. In Canada, our services are available in Sudbury, Greater Ontario, and the Northern Ontario region. We are also expanding to other states and areas in both countries.

Please get to know us better by watching the following videos about Our Purpose and Our Values!

 

ROLE OVERVIEW  

This is an exciting opportunity to work on our project in Sudbury, Ontario. Qualified candidates need to be authorized to work in Canada, and open to relocation to Sudbury, Ontario. 

Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, this role will coordinate all drill and blast design, planning and reporting activities to ensure they are conducted in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner.   

 

PAY RANGE 

  • $104-130k (CAD) DOE 

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

 Design: 

  • Provide efficient drill pattern, load sheets, and tie up plans to drill and blasting contractors 
  • Support the broader Technical Services Team in generating Mine Plans, aligned with Scheduling, Forecasts and Budgetary processes. 
  • Incorporate all geotechnical recommendations and information with the geotechnical Ground Control Management Plan (GCMP) 
  • Perform regular pit inspections in conjunction with Production and subcontractors to ensure compliance to design parameters and goals 
  • Ensure any required design amendments due to design non-conformance or operational issues are re-evaluated, reissued, and communicated for corrective actions accordingly 

 

Drill & Blast Operations: 

  • Notify all relevant stakeholders and neighbours of upcoming blast exclusion zones, dates and times as required 
  • Ensure that the site administrator has all relevant and required documentation regarding the blast activity 
  • Actively monitor operational activities, blasting vibrations and geotechnical conditions and immediately report any identified non-compliance or hazards 
  • Manage bench clean up and drilling and blasting operations through the Production Supervisor 
  • Ensure all preventative measures are taken to avoid blast related ore dilution 
  • Assist the Production Supervisor in regular prestart meetings and toolbox talks 

 

Finance and Reporting: 

  • Ensure that drill and blast activities are completed within allowed budget by cost effective use of subcontractors and resources 
  • Perform accurate and efficient End of Month (EOM) reporting processes including forecast and actual drill and blasting activities 
  • Conduct regular and systematic drill and blast block reconciliations and report on any variances 
  • Ensure subcontractor invoices are approved and processed correctly, and monthly accruals are complete 
  • Utilize Infomine to enter drill and blast data and run PowerBI reports as required 

 

 

Relationship Management: 

  • Provide clear performance expectations to subcontractors and reinforce correct behaviour through recognition and encouragement 
  • Foster good working relationships with all internal stakeholders to enhance coordination between departments by maintaining effective communication with relevant personnel 
  • Manage relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to enhance departmental performance 
  • Perform other duties as assigned 

 

 REQUIRED SKILLS 

  • Proficient in MS Office and drill & blast design software preferably Vulcan, Shotplus & BlastIQ 
  • Desirable experience utilizing electronic detonators 
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation including provincial/national regulations, guidelines, and Canadian/provincial standards 
  • Well-developed written and oral communication skills 

 

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum 2-3 years mining engineering with drill and blast experience in an open pit mine 
  • Valid Driver’s License 
  • Authorization to work lawfully in Canada without sponsorship from Thiess is required 
  • Relocation to Sudbury, Canada 

 

EDUCATION 

  • Degree in Mining Engineering or a related field
  • Professional certification/registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer, or an Engineer in Training (EIT), from the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) 

 

 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

  • Work schedule: 5 on 2 off, on-site, willing to work flexible hours as needed in response to operational needs
  • This is a local role based in Sudbury, Ontario and is being advertised in the external North American market, and within the Thiess Group.  
  • In the event that the preferred candidate is a Thiess employee in a region outside of North America, the offer will be made on a Local Plus assignment basis.  
  • The salary will reflect the Canadian market, and assistance will be provided in terms of immigration, relocation and establishment. 

 

 

 WHAT WE OFFER 

  • A work culture that follows our company values of integrity, accountability, and innovation, all underpinned by safety 
  • A permanent position working directly for Thiess, the world’s largest mining services provider. 
  • A competitive base salary reflects of your skills and experience 
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits 
  • RRSP retirement savings benefit with employer matching contributions 
  • Career development and opportunities domestic within Canada, and potentially international 
  • Leave for all of life’s reasons 

 

 Thiess is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and anti-racist workplace culture where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success and are committed to creating an environment where everyone thrives and is protected from harm. 

 Thiess is an equal opportunity employer, and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. Thiess is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. Thiess will engage in reasonable workplace accommodation, short of undue hardship, for any successful candidate who has a documented exemption under the Ontario Human Rights Code. 

 Thiess offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by Thiess regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose Thiess as your employer of choice.  

 We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  

 

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