Drill & Blast Engineer
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About the role
Drill & Blast Engineer
932798
Australia - Goldfields, WA
Australia - Perth, WA
Permanent Full Time
Closing on: 4 Sep 2026
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With a global business, we offer diverse and rewarding careers. We are committed to Thiess being a company and a culture where great people can excel and where they are developed and supported to reach their highest potential. Join our team today.
About the role
Thiess is seeking a Mining Engineer - Drill & Blast, to join our mining business at the Gruyere Gold Project on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth.Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, you will assist with mine scheduling and planning to meet both client requirements. You will also develop and oversee drill and blast designs, loading plans, initiation sequences, and QA/QC processes.
Conduct field inspections and audits of drilling and charging activities, ensuring compliance with design and safety standards.
Monitor blast performance including fragmentation, vibration, muckpile shape, and dig-ability outcomes.
Provide on-ground blast execution support including tie-ins, clearance management, and vibration monitoring.
Review drilling performance, troubleshoot operational issues, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Liaise closely with Mine Planning, Survey, Operations, and Blast Crews to coordinate activities and optimise outcomes.
Prepare daily reports, reconciliations, compliance documentation, and post-blast reviews.
About you
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a hard rock mining drill and blast role preferred.
Proficiency in blast design using Vulcan and ShotPlus.
Working knowledge of BlastLogic systems.
Strong understanding of open pit drill and blast operations.
Experience with QA/QC processes and production reporting systems.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Commitment to safety leadership and continuous improvement.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced mining environment.
What Thiess can do for you
Thiess’ commitment to ongoing training & development
Health & wellbeing rewards program
Salary continuance insurance
Salary sacrifice options – Flights & novated leasing
Range of corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products.
About us
We partner with our clients to deliver excellence in open cut and underground mining in Australia, Asia, Africa and the Americas. For more than 90 years, we’ve operated in diverse commodities, geologies, environments and cultures. Our team uses that insight to optimise solutions for each project and create lasting value for our clients and the communities we live and work in.
We recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace through our vision of everyone matters always. We’re focused on creating an inclusive environment to allow our people to bring their best self to work because they feel safe, included and empowered.
Visit our website to learn more – http://www.thiess.com
How to apply
This role is an opportunity to take the next step in your career. With our culture of recognition, development, and a stimulating and satisfying work environment, there is no better time to join Thiess.
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