Mining Technician - Drilling and Blasting

About the role

Reporting to the Mine Engineering Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for designing production stopes related to long-hole drilling and blasting activities. The role also involves conducting field follow-ups, preparing layouts and plans, compiling data, and contributing to operational decision-making.

Essential Duties

• Monitor various work areas with respect to drilling and blasting activities.
• Design drilling patterns and blasting sequences for production stopes.
• Prepare drilling, blasting, and mucking plans, as well as specifications for barricades and access restriction systems.
• Ensure drilling and blasting best practices are followed to control dilution and maximize ore recovery. Conduct dilution and recovery analyses for production stopes.
• Perform field quality control inspections of drilling operations and analyze drill-hole deviations.
• Comply with, understand, and promote company regulations and policies, particularly those related to health and safety.
• Perform all other duties related to the position.

Training & Experience

• College diploma (DEC) in Mining Operations or Mineral Technology.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in an underground mining environment.
• Practical experience in drilling and blasting is considered an asset.
• Completion of Mining Modules 1 to 5 and 7.
• Valid General Explosives Permit.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Deswik and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset.

Skills and Competencies

• Teamwork in a multicultural environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Adaptability and flexibility.

Working Conditions

• Eleonore mine site (fly-in, fly-out from Montreal, Chibougamau, Matagami, Rouyn-Noranda, Val D'Or and Wemindji)
• Schedule: 14 working days followed by 14 days off