Rochdi Dellai

Experienced mining and blasting engineer licensed by the UAE and TUNISIAN ministries of interior, with expertise in quarry operations, mine planning, drilling and blasting, and raw material production. proven in achieving production targets while maintaining HSE compliance and optimizing quarry performance. strong leadership skills with experience coordinating with technical teams, contractors, and government authorities.

BLASTING & MINING ENGINEER at Riddhi Siddhi Crusher and land Transport LLC (2021-01 – Present)

• Managed daily quarry operations in line with approved mining plans, including drilling, blasting, excavation coordination, and continuous raw material supply to meet production targets and quality requirements.
• Planned and supervised drilling and blasting activities, including blast design, explosive calculations, charging, detonation, and post-blast inspections while ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with UAE Ministry of Interior regulations.
• Conducted geological assessments and topographical surveys to optimize extraction areas, improve reserve utilization, and support short-term quarry planning.
• Ensured full compliance with QHSE standards by leading field safety inspections, enforcing safe work practices, promoting safety awareness, and maintaining zero-incident blasting operations.
• Coordinated with production, maintenance, survey, and contractor teams to optimize equipment utilization, monitor performance, and maintain quarry productivity.
• Managed raw material stockpiles, monitored limestone availability, and supported production requirements through effective quarry scheduling and material control.
• Monitored blast results and implemented continuous improvements in fragmentation quality, operational cost, equipment productivity, and overall quarry performance.
• Prepared daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports covering production progress, blasting activities, equipment performance, and compliance requirements.
• Worked closely with technical teams and government authorities to maintain permits, ensure regulatory compliance, and support quarry operational objectives.
• Supported team performance through field leadership, direct supervision, operational coordination, and maintaining high standards of safety and productivity.

BLASTING & MINING ENGINEER at Ben Sakhria Quarry Company (SOCABS) (2016 – 2020)

• Reviewed quarry layouts and topographical data to support blast planning and extraction sequencing.
• Prepared drill and blast designs including drilling patterns, explosive quantities, initiation sequences, and safety arrangements.
• Supervised drilling and blasting operations and ensured safe execution according to technical and operational requirements.
• Monitored blast results and adjusted designs to improve fragmentation and support quarry production targets.
• Prepared technical reports, blast records, and cost estimations related to explosives and blasting operations.
• Coordinated with site teams and quarry management to maintain safe working conditions and support production continuity.

MASTER in GEORESSOURCES AND APPLICATIONS, MINING ENGINEERING

BACHELOR in GEOLOGY, PLANNING AND CARTOGRAPHY