Title:  Mining Engineer Drill & Blast - Senior

Are you looking to take your Drill & Blast expertise to the next level? We have an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Drill & Blast Engineer to refine their skills and advance their career. This role offers a clear pathway to progression, with the potential to move into a Superintendent position.

Our current Senior Drill & Blast Engineer is eager to mentor and share extensive industry knowledge, ensuring continued success in our operations at Wilpinjong Mine.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Mining Engineer – Drill & Blast to join our team at Wilpinjong Mine, a low strip ratio open-cut operation located 58 km northeast of Mudgee. The mine produces 12-14 Mtpa of high-quality thermal coal, supplying both export markets and domestic contracts. Wilpinjong is a multi-seam operation utilizing truck/excavator and dozer push methods.

Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, your primary responsibility will be to manage the engineering aspects of Drill & Blast operations. You will collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure efficient scheduling and design implementation, driving continuous improvement in operational performance.

This role presents a dynamic technical challenge, requiring expertise in blasting across multiple waste and coal horizons while meeting environmental compliance requirements. You will have the opportunity to develop innovative solutions that enhance production efficiency and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement drill and blast designs to optimize production efficiency and compliance.
• Coordinate and communicate drill and blast plans with production, geology, and planning teams.
• Ensure all blasting activities adhere to safety and environmental regulations.
• Monitor and analyze drill and blast performance, making recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Work closely with operational teams to ensure seamless execution of drill and blast activities.
• Manage relationships with external contractors and suppliers to optimize drill and blast operations.
• Conduct technical evaluations of explosives and blasting techniques to enhance performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior engineers and operational personnel.

Why Join Us?

• Professional Growth: Gain exposure to Dozer Push, Truck/Shovel, rehabilitation, and mine planning.
• Collaborative Culture: Work closely with production teams in an environment that values innovation and embraces change.
• Career Progression: Opportunities for development and advancement into senior leadership roles.
• Flexible Employment Levels: We welcome applicants at various levels of experience, so if you're slightly below the stated criteria but eager to grow, we encourage you to apply.

Lifestyle & Benefits:

This position operates on a Monday to Friday roster with one rostered day off per month. It supports a residential lifestyle in Mudgee or nearby towns.

• Salary Sacrificing: Eligible local employees may salary sacrifice up to 50% of mortgage interest or rental payments.
• Relocation Assistance: Available for the right candidate.
• Wellbeing Programs: Employee Assistance Program (for you and immediate family).
• Additional Benefits: Novated vehicle leasing, health and lifestyle perks (WHEREFIT), and an employee recognition program.

About You:

This role is ideal for a degree-qualified Mining Engineer who has experience in Drill & Blast or is looking for their next stage of development:

• Mining Engineering degree or substantial drill & blast experience in operations.
• Minimum 5 years of mining experience.
• Experience in blasting (highly regarded) across open-cut or underground, in coal or metal.
• Proficiency in drill & blast software (Vulcan and BlastLogic preferred).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.

About Peabody:

Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy and steel. We employ around 5,500 people across our operations in the United States and Australia, serving customers in 26 countries.

Our commitment to sustainability underpins everything we do and shapes our strategy for the future. We have set a company-wide ambition to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. 

People are at the core of Peabody's ability to deliver business results and serve our communities and we offer an inclusive work environment that engages, recognises, and develops it employees. We strive to create a safe and healthy work culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect and are supported and engaged. Take the first step toward a rewarding career working with us at Peabody Jobs