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Thiess

Drill and Blast Engineer

Sudbury, ON, Canada

The salary range for this role is minimum $ 110,334 to a maximum of $ 137,917 CAD.

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Pay: The salary range for this role is minimum $ 110,334 to a maximum of $ 137,917 CAD.
Experience: Minimum 2-3 years mining engineering with drill and blast experience in an open pit mine
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 26, 2026

Original job description

ABOUT THIESS

Founded in Australia in 1933, Thiess has grown into a global leader in sustainable mining services and resource solutions, with more than 15,000 employees and operations spanning multiple continents. Today, we deliver mining services, land reclamation, and engineering expertise that help shape the future of the resources industry, creating lasting value for our clients, communities, and people.

At Thiess, you’re not just joining a company; you’re joining a team helping redefine what sustainable mining looks like for future generations. North America is a key part of our global growth journey, with operations across the United States and Canada and continued expansion into new regions. From Salt Lake City and the Intermountain West to Sudbury and Northern Ontario, our people are solving complex challenges, embracing innovation, and building careers with real impact.

We’re looking for people who want to do meaningful work, grow alongside a global organization, and help drive the future of mining and resource solutions. Learn more about our purpose, values, and the opportunities ahead by watching the following videos about Our Purpose and Our Values!

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Drill and Blast Engineer plays a vital role in the success and efficiency of the project, as their work directly impacts production, safety, cost control, and overall ore recovery. By designing and optimizing blast patterns, integrating geotechnical data, and coordinating closely with operations and contractors, they ensure safe and effective rock fragmentation setting the stage for all downstream mining activities. Their expertise helps reduce dilution, control costs, and improve equipment performance across the site. As a key link between planning and execution, this role is essential to achieving production targets, maintaining regulatory compliance, and driving the overall profitability of the business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Work in compliance at all times with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, including participation in risk assessments, adherence to safe work practices and reporting hazards as per the Internal Responsibility System.
Contribute positively to a respectful work environment in compliance with the Code of Conduct and the Healthy, Safe and Respectful Workplace policy
Work in compliance with all policies and procedures and the Employee Handbook

DESIGN

Provide efficient drill pattern, load sheets, and tie up plans to drill and blasting contractors
Support the broader Technical Services Team in generating Mine Plans, aligned with Scheduling, Forecasts and Budgetary processes.
Incorporate all geotechnical recommendations and information with the geotechnical Ground Control Management Plan (GCMP)
Perform regular pit inspections in conjunction with Production and subcontractors to ensure compliance to design parameters and goals
Ensure any required design amendments due to design non-conformance or operational issues are re-evaluated, reissued, and communicated for corrective actions accordingly
Conduct drill and loading QA/QC by verifying hole locations, depths, angles and conditions, and reconciling actual explosive quantities, charge configurations, stemming and initiation systems against the design

DRILL & BLAST OPERATIONS:

Notify all relevant stakeholders and neighbours of upcoming blast exclusion zones, dates and times as required
Ensure that the site administrator has all relevant and required documentation regarding the blast activity
Actively monitor operational activities, blasting vibrations and geotechnical conditions and immediately report any identified non-compliance or hazards
Manage bench clean up and drilling and blasting operations through the Production Supervisor
Ensure all preventative measures are taken to avoid blast related ore dilution
Assist the Production Supervisor in regular prestart meetings and toolbox talks

FINANCE AND REPORTING:

Ensure that drill and blast activities are completed within allowed budget by cost effective use of subcontractors and resources
Perform accurate and efficient End of Month (EOM) reporting processes including forecast and actual drill and blasting activities
Conduct regular and systematic drill and blast block reconciliations and report on any variances
Ensure subcontractor invoices are approved and processed correctly, and monthly accruals are complete
Utilize Infomine to enter drill and blast data and run PowerBI reports as required

RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

Provide clear performance expectations to subcontractors and reinforce correct behaviour through recognition and encouragement
Foster good working relationships with all internal stakeholders to enhance coordination between departments by maintaining effective communication with relevant personnel
Manage relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to enhance departmental performance
Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS

Proficient in MS Office and drill & blast design software preferably Vulcan, Shotplus & BlastIQ
Desirable experience utilizing electronic detonators
Knowledge of relevant legislation including provincial/national regulations, guidelines, and Canadian/provincial standards
Well-developed written and oral communication skills

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 2-3 years mining engineering with drill and blast experience in an open pit mine
Valid Driver’s License
Authorization to work lawfully in Canada without sponsorship from Thiess is required (Applicants who qualify as an Intra-Company Transfer under the International Mobility Program may receive assistance from Thiess)

EDUCATION

Degree in Mining Engineering or a related field
Professional certification/registration in good standing as a Professional Engineer, or an Engineer in Training (EIT), from the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work schedule: 5 on 2 off, on-site, willing to work flexible hours as needed in response to operational needs
Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle

The salary range for this role is minimum $ 110,334 to a maximum of $ 137,917 CAD. The salary range is provided in good faith and is representative of all experience levels. Thiess considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills and is ultimately determined at management’s discretion.

Thiess is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace culture where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success and are committed to creating an environment where everyone thrives and is protected from harm.

Thiess is an equal opportunity employer, and we value the importance of diversity, dignity and worth of every individual in the workplace. Thiess is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. Thiess will engage in reasonable workplace accommodation, short of undue hardship, for any successful candidate who has a documented exemption under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Thiess offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by Thiess regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose Thiess as your employer of choice.

This position will fill an existing vacancy on the team.

Please note that Thiess Mining Canada Ltd does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools within our applicant tracking system to support the screening, assessment, or selection of applications.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application deadline: end of business day Friday September 4, 2026

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Responsibilities

The Drill and Blast Engineer designs and optimizes blast patterns to ensure safe and efficient rock fragmentation while maintaining regulatory compliance. They act as a key link between planning and execution, managing subcontractor performance and monitoring operational activities to achieve production targets.

Requirements

Candidates must have a degree in Mining Engineering and at least 2-3 years of open pit drill and blast experience. Professional registration as an Engineer or EIT with the PEO is required, along with the legal right to work in Canada.

Skills

Drill and blast design
Mine planning
Geotechnical data integration
QA/QC
Vulcan
Shotplus
BlastIQ
Electronic detonators
Regulatory compliance
Cost control
Ore recovery
Risk assessment
Data analysis
Reporting
Communication

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Keywords

Mining Engineering
Drill and Blast
Open Pit
Geotechnical
Mine Plans
QA/QC
Fragmentation
Ore Dilution
Subcontractor Management
Budgeting
Infomine
PowerBI
Occupational Health and Safety
Internal Responsibility System
PEO
EIT
Technical Services
Scheduling
Blast Patterns
Initiation Systems

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