Afrimat Mining Services in Steelpoort has a vacancy for:
Blaster
Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Requirements
- Grade 12 National Senior Certificate with mathematics
- DMRE Opencast Blasting Ticket.
- MQA Surface Rock Breaking Certificate. 01/07/2009 to 31/05/2017
- Minimum of 5 years’ drilling and blasting experience and managing a team
- 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
- Be prepared to work after hours when needed
- Will be able to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment
- Will be able to work independently as well in a team environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Designing of blasts according to specific parameter requirements
- Blasting scheduling to ensure that workplace safety, explosives handling, storage, and transport protocols are adhered to
- Ordering of explosives and loading explosives into blast holes
- Manage drill rig production, drilling space and bench preparation
- Implementing shift rosters and supervising the team
- Completing blast reports and ensuring legal compliance
- Compiling contractor packs, work permits and maintaining records
- Perform other duties as assigned by their manager
- Be willing to travel to other sites and operations
The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.