Drilling and Blasting Engineer
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ANRML is recruiting a Contract Drilling and Blasting Engineer for its integrated iron ore mining and processing plant in Gujeni, Kaduna. The role covers blast planning, field inspections, operational reporting, productivity monitoring, cost control and compliance with safety and environmental standards.
- Contract role supervising drilling and blasting operations at an integrated iron ore facility.
- Requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in open-pit mining.
- Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline is required.
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ANRML is recruiting a Contract Drilling and Blasting Engineer for its integrated iron ore mining and processing plant in Gujeni, Kaduna. The role covers blast planning, field inspections, operational reporting, productivity monitoring, cost control and compliance with safety and environmental standards.
- Contract role supervising drilling and blasting operations at an integrated iron ore facility.
- Requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably in open-pit mining.
- Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline is required.
- Relevant blasting certifications and statutory authorisations are required where applicable.
- CV application deadline: 5 November 2026.
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Drilling and Blasting Engineer at African Natural Resources and Mines Limited
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Oct 22, 2026, 5:04 AM
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African Natural Resources and Mines Limited (ANRML), established by African Industries Group, operates a fully integrated iron ore mining and processing plant in Gujeni village, Kagarko LGA, Kaduna state—the first of its kind in Nigeria.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Drilling and Blasting Engineer
Location: Gujeni, Kaduna
Employment Type: Contract
Job Summary
Responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising drilling and blasting operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective mining activities while achieving production targets.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct field inspections and ensure all blasting activities follow approved safety procedures.
- Prepare daily and monthly operational reports and maintain accurate records.
- Plan and supervise drilling and blasting activities in line with approved mine plans.
- Coordinate blasting schedules with mining operations and the site mixing and emulsion division.
- Ensure compliance with explosives safety procedures, mining regulations, and environmental standards.
- Monitor drilling accuracy, blast performance, fragmentation, and productivity.
- Monitor drilling and blasting costs and recommend operational improvements.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in drilling and blasting, preferably in open-pit mining.
- Knowledge of blast planning, mine surveying, fragmentation analysis, and mining operations.
- Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.
- Relevant blasting certifications and statutory authorisations, where required.
- Strong technical, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Key Competencies:
- Performance optimisation.
- Operational planning.
- Leadership.
- Teamwork.
- Cost control.
- Safety management.
- How to Apply
- Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to:
- [email protected]
- using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
- Application Deadline:
- 5th November, 2026.
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- Kaduna State