Mine Engineer – Production (Drill & Blast)

Chifeng Gold’s Lane Xang Minerals Limited Company (LXML) operates the Sepon Gold and Copper Operation, located in Vilabouly District, Savannakhet Province, Lao PDR. We are committed to the development of Laos through our production of cooper and gold, whilst striving for business excellence throughout the business.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals to join us during the growth phase of our business and champion diversity through all stages of our recruitment.

Reporting to the Senior Engineer - Production Drill, the Mine Engineer – Production (Drill & Blast), This position will demonstrate strong leadership within the Mine Engineering team, contributing effectively to the development of mine schedules and designs. The role will support the long-term growth and sustainability of the operation through the delivery of high-quality short-term and medium-term mine plans.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Ensuring that the organisation’s Health and Safety standard are effective implemented within the work group on a manner consistent with the standard set of Laos and LXML.
• Identifying opportunities and implementing new process to improve mine operational efficiency and productivity in the area of Drill & Blast.
• Supporting short – term schedule 4 weeks to 3 months to mine operation so that required tonnes, grades and cost are achieved within the quarterly forecast.
• Providing interface with the Environmental Department to ensure that all mining activities comply with LXML Environment standards.
• Work cooperatively with Mine Operation Centre, Mining Operation, Drill and Blast Operation, Geology, Geotech, Survey, Civil, Environment, Community and consultancy personal on a regular basis to ensure efficient mining.
• Ensuring timely delivery of Drill and Blast plans to Mine Operation and contract partners to ensure production continuity.
• Effectively monitoring contactor Drill and Blast QA&QC.
• Complete project work as required.

Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering or related field
• Detailed knowledge of the mine planning & design process
• Detailed knowledge of pit operation cycle
• Familiarity with open pit blasting products
• Deswik software experience (preferred)
• Blasting practices (preferred)
• At least 2 years working within a mining environment

An attractive salary package, including performance-based incentives and other benefits is on offer for this role.  This is a great opportunity to join an existing world class mining operation and contribute towards the ongoing development of the biggest and best mining company in the Lao PDR.

To join the next generations' global mining company, please submit your application online in either Word
(.doc) or Adobe (.pdf) format online to Recruitment@LXML.LA. All applications will close 24 March 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview and your submitted documents will not be returned.

Candidates from Savannakhet or nearby areas are encouraged to apply.

Phonsinuan Village, P.O. Box 4486, Vientiane, Lao PDR Tel:  +856 21 268 200

 NalaoVillage, Kaisone District, Savannakhet Tel:  +856 41 212686