Senior TAP Engineer (Drill / Blast / Open-pit / Explosives / Mining)

Responsibilities:  

• Adhere to the client’s Safety, Quality, Environment, and Security policies, ensuring all activities are conducted safely and responsibly.
• Follow all client policies, procedures, and processes to maintain operational integrity and compliance.
• Comply with both the client’s and site-specific procedures, upholding the highest standards of professionalism and safety.
• Design, implement, and optimize blast strategies to enhance fragmentation, minimize wall damage, reduce ore dilution, and improve overall mining efficiency.
• Utilize advanced modeling and simulation techniques to assess blast-related effects, including ground vibrations (near and far field), air overpressure, fly rock, and fragmentation.
• Conduct post-blast performance evaluations to analyze outcomes and drive continuous improvements.
• Collaborate with geotechnical, mining, and processing teams to align blasting strategies with overall mine planning and production goals.
• Develop and deliver training programs on blasting best practices, safety protocols, and emerging technologies for technical staff.
• Provide troubleshooting support for blasting operations, including misfires, vibration control, and overall blast optimization.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, process benchmarking, and innovative blasting methodologies.
• Demonstrate commitment and integration within the company.
• Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex blasting data and generate actionable insights.
• Exhibit excellent leadership and project management abilities, effectively guiding multidisciplinary teams and initiatives.
• Communicate technical findings and recommendations clearly to a variety of stakeholders.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety and environmental best practices in all blasting operations.
• Stay up to date with industry advancements, incorporating new technologies and innovations in blasting techniques.
• Display a proactive, results-driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Work independently while demonstrating strong collaboration within a diverse team.
• Prioritize tasks based on company and client requirements, emphasizing quality and efficiency improvements.
• Be willing to work outdoors and in the field approximately 80% of the time.

 

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably in Mining, Geotechnical, or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction, quarrying, or mining operations.
• Experience in the explosives and blasting sector, including bulk loading equipment, measuring tools, drilling, and data collection systems.
• Proficiency in fragmentation analysis and modeling, vibration analysis and simulation, fly rock control strategies, and air overpressure mitigation techniques.
• Proven track record of implementing continuous improvement programs in medium- and large-scale open-pit mining operations.
• Demonstrated success in executing blasting optimization programs for large and medium-scale open-pit mines.
• Strong knowledge of emerging technologies, including electronic detonation systems, digital blast optimization, and automation in blasting operations.
• Expertise in mining process optimization and technical problem-solving
• Fluent in English; proficiency in French is an advantage.
• Skilled in using blast modeling software to analyze and enhance blasting performance.

 

Benefits and Contractual information

• Market related salary

 

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Duncan Spitzer

Executive Talent Consultant

CA Mining                                       

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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