NGM - Drill & Blast Subject Matter Expert

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Drill & Blast Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the drill & blast strategy across the largest gold‑producing complex in the world. NGM’s diverse geologies, complex underground geometries, and large‑scale open pits create one of the most technically challenging drill & blast environments in North America.

In this influential, multi‑site role, you will drive technical integrity, continuous improvement, and operational excellence of our drill and blast practices—ensuring they are safe, efficient, repeatable, and aligned with NGM’s strategic objectives. This position requires a blend of hands‑on field engagement, advanced analytical work, and enterprise‑level influence.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our DNA values guide everything we do:
Zero Harm, Responsible & Accountable, Partnerships, Results Driven, Fit for Purpose, Honest & Transparent, and Sustainable Legacy. We are committed to being the employer of choice, developing our people, and building strong technical capability across our operations.

• Lead Drill & Blast Standards: develop, maintain, and ensure consistent application of drill and blast standards across underground and open pit operations.
• Ensure Compliance & Safety: maintain alignment with explosives regulations, environmental requirements, and NGM’s Zero Harm standard.
• Enhance Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  partner with geotechnical, mine design, maintenance, and operations teams to improve planning integration and operational execution.
• Optimize Performance: analyze design parameters and performance data to improve key outcomes such as fragmentation, over/under break, drill accuracy, wall control, consumables usage, and explosive product selection.
• Advance the adoption of modern drill navigation, instrumentation, and blast design technologies to drive repeatable excellence.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: support mine‑to‑mill initiatives, coordinate technical studies, and implement opportunities that enhance efficiency and reduce cost.
• Support Training & Capability Building: strengthen D&B engineering skills through coaching, field engagement, and mentorship in Compass – NGM’s engineering development program.
• Guide Procurement & Technology Decisions: provide input on equipment, explosives, and instrumentation specifications to ensure cost‑effective, fit‑for‑purpose solutions.

• Ideal candidate brings a balance of strong technical fundamentals and the ability to influence field execution across diverse mining environments.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Mining Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience) required.
• 10+ years of mining experience including both open pit and underground drill & blast exposure required. Excellent safety record and the ability to demonstrate safety leadership.
• Must pass an ATF Employee Possessor background check.
• Extensive knowledge of drill & blast design, explosives products, and field application required.
• Strong analytical capability and the ability to prepare comprehensive reports, studies, and technical assessments required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to explosives handling, personal environmental exposure, and contaminant management preferred.

• A comprehensive compensation package, including bonuses, benefits, and stock purchase plans designed to support your professional growth and well‑being.
• A dynamic, forward‑thinking work environment with opportunities to influence the future direction of our mining operations.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn alongside industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across Nevada Gold Mine locations.