Lead drill and blast planning for New Found Gold’s Queensway Project, supporting safe production near Gander across remote field sites and rugged terrain. As Mining Engineer, you will develop blast patterns, initiation sequences, and explosives loading plans aligned with short-range mine plans. You will work with Geology, Grade Control, Survey, Geotechnical, and Mine Operations to support fragmentation, wall control, ore recovery, and production. This full-time position requires travel. Key Responsibilities:

Design and optimize blast patterns and initiation sequencing Review powder factors and reconcile blast outcomes Control ore loss and dilution with technical partners Support slope stability monitoring and water management evaluation Mentor junior engineers, technologists, and co-op students Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent Four or more years of open pit experience Mandatory P.Eng. registration or eligibility with PEGNL Working knowledge of drill and blast practices Solid written, verbal, facilitation, and presentation skills Use drill and blast, reconciliation, and open pit engineering expertise to support safe Queensway mine operations near Gander.

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📌 Mining Engineer Drill Blast Operations (Ferryland)
🏢 New Found Gold
📍 Ferryland