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.