Ngm - Drill & Blast Subject Matter Expert

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM)

Elko, NV, United States
Not specified, likely onsite due to the nature of the role.
Drill and blast strategy
Technical leadership
Performance improvement
Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Drill & Blast Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead drilling and blasting strategies within the largest gold-producing complex in the world, focusing on technical leadership and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in both underground and open-pit mining, with a strong emphasis on safety and performance improvement

Job Summary

  • Lead the drill & blast strategy across the largest gold-producing complex in the world.
  • Drive the technical integrity, continuous improvement, and operational excellence of our drill and blast practices.
  • Strengthen D&B engineering skills through coaching, field engagement, and mentorship.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Drill & Blast Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead drilling and blasting strategies within the largest gold-producing complex in the world, focusing on technical leadership and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in both underground and open-pit mining, with a strong emphasis on safety and performance improvement.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • drill and blast strategy
  • technical leadership
  • performance improvement
  • explosives regulations
  • mine-to-mill initiatives
  • drill navigation instrumentation

Nice-to-have

  • hands-on field engagement
  • advanced analytical work
  • enterprise level influence
  • strong technical capability

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mining Engineering or related field
  • 10+ years mining experience
  • open pit and underground drill & blast exposure
  • ATF Employee Possessor background check
  • Extensive knowledge of drill & blast design
  • Strong analytical capability
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Work Rights

Must pass an ATF Employee Possessor background check

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