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Chifeng Gold’s Lane Xang Minerals Limited Company (LXML) operates the Sepon Gold and Copper Operation, located in Vilabouly District, Savannakhet Province, Lao PDR. We are committed to the development of Laos through our production of cooper and gold, whilst striving for business excellence throughout the business.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join us during the growth phase of our business and champion diversity through all stages of our recruitment.

Reporting to the Superintendent – Open Pit Mine Planning, the Senior Drill and Blast Engineer is responsible for leading and optimizing drilling and blasting activities. While liaising with Operations, Geology, Mine Planning and Survey, the Senior Drill and Blast Engineer will champion safety within the department to provide drill and blast designs that can be safely executed, supplying the required broken stocks to achieve production targets. Special focus on continuous improvement and training and mentoring junior engineers will be a key part of this scope of work.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Ensuring that the organisation’s Health and Safety standard are effective implemented within the
  work group on a manner consistent with the standard set of Laos and LXML
• Identifying opportunities and implementing new process to improve mine operational efficiency and
  productivity in the area of Drill & Blast
• Supporting short – term schedule 4 weeks to 3 months to mine operation so that required tonnes,
  grades and cost are achieved within the quarterly forecast
• Providing interface with the Environmental Department to ensure that all mining activities comply
  with LXML Environment standards
• Work cooperatively with Mine Operation Centre, Mining Operation, Drill and Blast Operation,
  Geology, Geotech, Survey, Civil, Environment, Community and consultancy personal on a regular
  basis to ensure efficient mining
• Ensuring timely delivery of Drill and Blast plans to Mine Operation and contract partners to ensure
  production continuity
• Effectively monitoring contactor Drill and Blast QA&QC.
• Complete project work as required

Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering or related field
• 7 years working within a mining environment
• Fluent knowledge of the mine planning & design process
• Detailed knowledge of pit operation cycle
• Knowledge and hands on experience with open pit blasting products
• Drill and Blast experience in selective mining projects
• Fluent user of Vulcan Drill and Blast modules and ShotPlus. Deswik software experience will be highly regarded. Texcel and Split Desktop can be an advantage
• Successful track record training and mentoring junior engineers
• Experience working closely with mining operations teams in a site-based environment
• Experience working in wet or tropical operating conditions is an advantage
• Clear and practical communication skills when engaging with frontline supervisors
• A valid driver’s license

An attractive salary package, including performance-based incentives and other benefits is on offer for this role. This is a great opportunity to join an existing world class mining operation and contribute towards the ongoing development of the biggest and best mining company in the Lao PDR. Both FIFO and residential packages on offer.