Job Description

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Overview

The purpose of this role is to:


Conduct quarterly inspections. Responsible for executing the installation of the centralised blasting system, supporting the active marketing of the centralised blasting system to underground customers to maximise BME and customers' value.
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Qualifications

Grade 12 / Matric Diploma (Electrical/Electronic Engineering) and Trade test.

Advantageous:

Certificate in CENTRALISED BLASTING SYSTEM installations Training qualification Underground blasting certificate
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Experience

3 years of demonstrated experience in an underground operational / explosives mining environment 3 years demonstrated experience in Underground blasting systems (CENTRALISED BLASTING SYSTEM) 3 years on-the-job electrical installations
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Duties

Technical:

Design a detailed electrical System installation layout (include knowledge of transformers, inductance, and power specification- be able to read and right electrical drawings. Understanding mine layout sketches- be able identify the Centralised Blasting System equipment quantities from the sketches. Knowledge of competitor's Centralised Blasting System. Knowledge of underground mining methods. Knowledge of explosives accessories and their behaviour. Extensive knowledge of optic fibre and electronic communication medium. Drive marketing and presentations to customers. Attend to call-outs. Continuous remote monitoring and support to all Centralised Blasting System installed sites. Help in the continuous improvement of the Centralised Blasting System. Extensive travelling with regard to support to all Centralised Blasting System installed sites.

Installation:

Manage Centralised Blasting System installation from start to finish. Develop a detailed System installation plan from start to end. System Commissioning

Training:

Develop training manuals. Conduct site Centralised Blasting System training (User, Engineering/technical and software trainings. System certification (DMR). Develop system operation procedures.

Audits:

Perform Centralised Blasting System Audit and software upgrades. Conduct Centralised Blasting System (installation and operational) risk assessment. Conduct HAZOP of the system. Conduct robust system test (fire range). System blast and audit reports. Systems troubleshooting and fault finding. Issue complying certificates for the installation.
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Job Competencies

Business Acumen Conflict Management Customer Focus Timely Decision Making Functional Technical Skills Developing Direct Reports and Others Innovation Management Meeting Deadlines Motivating Others Problem Solving Drive for Results
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