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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.

To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Reporting directly to the Drill and Blast Superintendent, the Senior Drill and Blast Supervisor provides overall operational leadership, technical oversight, and high-level coordination for site-wide drilling and blasting activities. This role goes beyond daily shift oversight to drive continuous improvement, design optimization, budget performance, and team mentorship. The position ensures all drilling, loading, and blasting activities are executed safely, cost-effectively, and in strict compliance with technical designs and regulatory standards to achieve overall Mine Operations production objectives.

• Senior Operational Leadership: Oversee site-wide coordination for the entire drilling and blasting program, mentoring junior supervisors, drillers, and blast crews to maximize pattern adherence, equipment utilization, and shift efficiency
• Direct and indirect supervision of drill crews, blast crews, and junior field supervisors/foremen
• Managing schedule approvals and timecards
• Conducting formal performance evaluations, career planning, and skill development for field personnel
• Administer disciplinary action as needed

• Pattern Quality Control: Direct the quality control of drill pattern execution and collaborate with engineering to optimize fragmentation, heave, and wall stability while minimizing ground vibration and air overpressure
• Blast Performance & Explosive Oversight: Oversee advanced loading practices and complex tie-in procedures, ensuring strict quality management of ANFO, bulk emulsion products, and initiation systems.
• Engineering Integration & Technical Design: Provide field-level input for blast design improvements, partnering with Mine Engineering, Geology, and Geotechnical teams to refine patterns based on varying rock types and wall-control requirements.

• Asset Availability & Fleet Optimization: Partner with maintenance and equipment vendors to maximize drill rig operational readiness, minimize downtime, and manage major maintenance scheduling.

• Safety & Regulatory Leadership: Serve as a champion for safety culture, leading field safety audits, incident investigations, risk assessments, and compliance checks in accordance with MSHA and ATF standards.

• Education : A high school education or equivalent is required
• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of supervisory experience in drilling and blasting activities in an open pit environment
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading, mentoring, and developing junior supervisors and multidisciplinary crews in a high-volume production environment
• Safety Excellence: Deep familiarity with MSHA regulations (current MSHA preferred). Ability to obtain Employee Possessor status

• Advanced expertise in drill pattern design, blasting sequences, and geological/geotechnical principles
• High technical proficiency in electronic and non-electric initiation systems, bulk emulsion delivery, and ANFO applications
• Solid understanding of clearing, guarding, blocking, and perimeter safety protocols
• Strong leadership, conflict resolution, financial management, and continuous improvement
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and site operational reporting software

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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.

The work environment will necessate 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 he/she has a current and valid driver's license.

• 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.

Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates may be required to undergo educational and criminal background checks. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.