Blaster (Northern Cape - Various Locations)
Enaex Africa · Northern Cape
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- Apply the correct product solutions by understanding product specifications, defining client requirements, assessing site conditions, and consulting with technical experts to optimise blasting performance.
- Oversee charging and blasting operations by reviewing blast plans, drilling patterns, hole depths, explosive requirements, and initiation sequences to ensure safe and effective execution.
- Conduct pre-blast inspections by identifying hazards, clearing the site of unauthorised personnel, positioning blast guards, supervising explosive loading, and initiating blasts as per approved plans.
- Manage the safe drawing of explosives from the magazine by verifying permits, confirming explosive types and quantities, handling materials correctly, and using approved containers and equipment in line with regulations.
- Execute safe explosives transport by using designated vehicles, complying with transport and security regulations, and ensuring explosives are properly secured and stabilised.
- Inspect post-blast sites by assessing safety, identifying misfires or hazards, evaluating fragmentation and environmental impacts, engaging with the blasting crew, and documenting findings with actionable recommendations
- Ensure policy compliance by staying informed on current policies, participating in training sessions, and seeking clarity on any queries as needed.
- Implement SHE practices by understanding required actions, executing them within defined timelines, and reviewing implementation in line with standard procedures.
- Maintain strong stakeholder relationships by engaging internal and external parties, sharing input and feedback, and collaborating to achieve shared objectives.
- Contribute to team effectiveness by actively participating in team activities, identifying support needs, and offering assistance as part of daily collaboration.
Requirements
- Matric / Grade 12 or Equivalent
- Blasting Certificate
- Driver's license
- 3+ years' Blasting experience
- Explosives Management qualification will be Advantageous.