What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drill and Blast Supervisor position at Hudbay Minerals U.S. Business Unit?
Role Title
Drill and Blast Supervisor
Reports To
Drill and Blast Superintendent
Job Type
Full-time Regular
Location:
Helvetia, AZ
About Hudbay
Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru, and the United States.
Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.
The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities, and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives, and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Mission
To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Purpose Of Role
Reporting directly to the Drill and Blast Superintendent, the Drill and Blast Supervisor provides coordination and direct supervision of field activities. This role is responsible for ensuring that all drilling, loading, and blasting activities are performed safely, to technical design, and in compliance with regulatory standards to meet the production needs of the Mine Operations department.
Role Accountabilities
Other Requirements
Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.
Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.
Employee must be able to prove that they have a current and valid driver's license.
Why Hudbay?
Drill and Blast Supervisor
Reports To
Drill and Blast Superintendent
Job Type
Full-time Regular
Location:
Helvetia, AZ
About Hudbay
Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru, and the United States.
Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.
The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities, and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives, and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Mission
To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Purpose Of Role
Reporting directly to the Drill and Blast Superintendent, the Drill and Blast Supervisor provides coordination and direct supervision of field activities. This role is responsible for ensuring that all drilling, loading, and blasting activities are performed safely, to technical design, and in compliance with regulatory standards to meet the production needs of the Mine Operations department.
Role Accountabilities
- Direct Supervision : Provide site wide coordination for the drilling program and supervision of drillers and blast crews to ensure project efficiency and pattern adherence.
- Pattern Quality Control : Oversee the execution of drill patterns, ensuring all holes are drilled to the correct depth, angle, and location as specified by design.
- Blast Performance : Lead the loading and tie-in process of explosives to ensure optimal fragmentation and wall stability while minimizing vibration and overpressure.
- Operational Readiness : Ensure mine-site assets, specifically drill rigs and blasting equipment, are maintained and ready for scheduled operations.
- Field Design Support : Support the creation of detailed blast designs
- Education : Degree or Diploma from a Community College or University in Engineering, Technical, or Trades discipline.
- Experience : Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in drilling and blasting activities in an open pit environment.
- Leadership : Proven ability to lead, motivate, and grow a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.
- Safety Excellence : Deep familiarity with MSHA regulations (current MSHA preferred). Ability to obtain Employee Possessor status
- Proficiency : Strong grasp of drill patterns, initiation systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Knowledge of drill pattern design and drilling sequence
- Knowledge of electronic and non-el initiation systems
- Knowledge of clearing and blocking procedures
- Knowledge of loading practices for ANFO and Emulsion products
Other Requirements
Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.
Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.
Employee must be able to prove that they have a current and valid driver's license.
Why Hudbay?
- At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
- We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
- Annual performance bonuses
- Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
- Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability.
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
- An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.
- Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.