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Cardinal Namdini Mining Ltd. (CNML) is a subsidiary of Shandong Gold Mining Co. Ltd., which is duly listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) and Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKSE). CNML is developing its’ primary asset located in the Upper East Region of Ghana with a strategic vision to build a world-leading, highly valuable and responsible world-class gold mining enterprise.
Location: Namdini site
Section/ Unit: Technical Service
Department: Mining
Job reports to: Mining Manager
Direct Reports: Drill & Blast Engineer and Mining Production Supervisors
Job Purpose
To provide timely and professional technical support to the drill and blast related works. The role will provide technical support including the drill and blast planning, design, scheduling, modelling, fragmentation analysis, process improvement, reconciliation, and reporting.
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Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Ensure that Drill & Blast operations comply with the company’s policy on health, safety and environment
- All planning, design and scheduling of drilling and blasting, utilizing tools of blast design software.
- Review and approve the Drill & Blast design prepared by Mining Contractor, and produce Drill & Blast designs as required, as defined by the monthly quarterly and weekly plans.
- Monitor and react to control the fragmentation, continuous optimization of the powder factor.
- Rig drilling, availability and utilization blasting performance modelling, in-situ performance assessment and adjustment according to the rock type, structures, water and bench conditions in consultation with the Geotechnical Engineer in order to optimize pit wall stability and desired rock fragmentation.
- Drill and blast cost planning as well as reconciliation, monitoring and improvement of cost analysis, secondary blasting and other blast related issues.
- Manage the Mining contractor for the drilling QA/ QC data, digging rates and blast videos to determine areas of further improvement.
- Assist in developing forecasts, physical and operating budget estimates.
- Provide guidance and training to the Drill and Blast Engineer.
- Perform any other related duties based on the exigencies of the Company as assigned by the Supervisor
Required Skills or Experience
Minimum qualification(s)
- BSc in Mining Engineering
- Experience working with surface mining contractor
- Drill and Blast Design technology
- Hold a blasting certificate from MINCOM
- Valid driving license
Experience (Minimum)
- Eight (8) years’ experience in a similar role
Knowledge (In-depth)
- Good working knowledge and experience in drill and blast.
- Must have thorough understanding of mining operations, as well as a general understanding of milling operations and mine maintenance.
- Demonstrated ability to lead a team and conduct risk assessments.
- Track record of implementing continuous improvement projects.
- Proficient with Drill and Blast design software, split desktop, BMX fragmenter, Wipfrag, etc.
- Well knowledge of Minerals and Mining (Explosives) Regulations, 2012 (LI 2177)
- Basic knowledge of mine design software, preferably Surpac, DataMine, MineSched, Whittle, NPVS.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Duty of Care Standards, Occupational Health & Safety Regulations 2012 L.I. 2182, and Mining Inspection Act & Regulations.
- Understanding of Mining Health & Safety Procedures.
Skills
- Analytical and problem-solving
- Data analysis
- Strong coaching and mentoring skill
- Communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal
- Competent with demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office software, with spreadsheet and presentation applications, word processing and database applications.
Leadership and behavioural attributes
- Competent Leadership and Conflict Management
- Competent interpersonal relations
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Special conditions or requirements of the Job
- The working environment is multi-cultural and hence sensitivity is required
- Valuing diversity and inclusion practices is essential.
- Extended working hours involved
- Ability to work under intense pressure and extreme weather
- Stringent deadlines
- High-volume work
- Routine / non-routine duties
- Medically fit for the position and environment
- Sense of Responsibility and Commitment
- Pro-activity and Dynamism
- Persistence and Flexibility.
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