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A selection of rotational vacancies in the mining industry with salaries from 140,000 to 394,000 rubles for occupational safety specialists, mine surveyors, drilling and blasting engineers, and geologists

Rotational Work Underground: Who in Mining Is Paid Nearly 400,000 Rubles

03.11.2026
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Russian mining companies have opened recruitment for rotational positions in Khabarovsk Krai, Yakutia, Magadan Oblast, Norilsk, and Kamchatka. The highest rates are offered to an occupational safety specialist and a deputy chief geologist: up to RUB 394,000 and RUB 363,000. Mine surveyors can expect RUB 140,000 to 188,000, and drilling and blasting engineers nearly RUB 290,000.

A lead occupational health and industrial safety specialist is needed at the Malmyzh mining and processing plant in Khabarovsk Krai. The rate is RUB 394,000 per 30-shift rotation. The candidate needs a degree in technosphere safety and at least five years of experience in the mining industry. Duties include organizing the occupational safety management system, production control at the pit and processing plant, working with hazardous production facilities, and liaising with supervisory authorities.

A mine surveyor in Norilsk is offered RUB 140,000 to 188,000 net on a 6/1 schedule. Underground experience of three years or more is required, along with knowledge of AutoCAD and Micromine and skills with total stations. The company pays for airfare and provides a rented apartment.

A drilling and blasting engineer is needed in the Neryungri district of Yakutia, with income from RUB 289,536 per 30/30 rotation. A higher or secondary vocational mining education, at least three years of experience, and a blaster’s license with the right to supervise work at open-pit operations are mandatory. Tasks will include preparing technical documentation, monitoring drilling parameters, and analyzing blasting operations.

A pit dispatcher is needed in Magadan Oblast, with pay of RUB 260,000 per 60-shift rotation. Candidates need at least two years of experience in the mining industry and skills with the Karyer ACS and WENCO systems. The company provides travel, accommodation, meals, and work clothing.

For the deputy chief geologist for exploration in Kamchatka, the company is ready to pay from RUB 363,000. Besides pay for the 60/30 rotation, compensation for rest time between rotations of RUB 85,966 is provided. A higher geological education and experience on gold projects are required. The company covers medical examinations and provides air tickets, meals, and accommodation.

The rotational format remains one of the most lucrative for technical specialists in mining. Rates depend on the region, the complexity of the work, and qualifications, and employers cover a significant share of living costs, from flights to accommodation and meals.

Source: hh.ru
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