Job Summary
Duties and responsibilities (not limited to):
? Manage and handling day-to-day operations of the drilling and blasting on site
? Daily compliance inspections on drill and blast blocks.
? Implementing and managing of drill and blast blocks as per mine planning.
? Managing of workplace safety, explosives handling, storage, and ensure transport protocols are adhered to.
? Monitor and ensure quality control in drilling and blasting, assessing blast outcomes, fragmentation and environmental impact.
? Preparing regular weekly and monthly reports.
? Lead, mentor and train a team of drilling and blasting personal fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety
? Assist the PM Department with recruitment, onboarding, payroll and Disciplinary actions
? Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and all records are in order.
? Be willing to travel to other sites and operations.
? Establishing sound relationships with all stakeholders.
Minimum Qualification / Experience:
? Diploma/Degree in Blasting/Mining or Civil Engineering
? DMRE Opencast Blasting Ticket.
? MQA Surface Rock Breaking Certificate. 01/07/2009 to 31/05/2017
? Minimum of 5-7 years’ drilling and blasting within the mining industry.
? Minimum of 2 years’ experience in managing drill and blasting teams, 40+ employees on shift system.
? Basic knowledge of Drill Rigs, specifically Sandvik Di550 and Di650
? Experience with the use of electronic and pyrotechnic initiation systems.
? Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
? Planning and detailed execution of plans.
? Safety driven, effective multi – tasking and problem-solving skills.
? Proficient in Microsoft Office.
? Proficient in Blast map III Blasting Software.
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