Job Description

A Blasting Engineer Position in Tshipi. The suitable candidate will be responsible to research, develop and test blasting optimisation technology and analyse models, as well as provide high-tech consulting services to internal and external stakeholders on request to advertise BME's capability thus ensuring BME remains the supplier/service provider of choice.
Qualifications

• Grade 12 (with Maths)

• Explosivies Engineering Certificate

• Blasting ticket (Open Cast)

Added Advantage

• BSc in Engineering (Post graduate degree in mining engineering, geotechnology, geology or seismology)

• Trained in the application of blast monitoring equipment (AXXIS Technology)

Experience

• 3-5 years' continuous working experience in blasting technical services and consulting in the field of blasting

• 2-3 years' Proven track record in a blasting technology environment

• 2-3 years' Technical report writing experience

• 2-3 years' Project management

Duties

To test blasting optimisation technology in order to provide the highest quality blasting products and services available.

To conduct and manage blasting risk assessments, blast optimisation designs, blast performance results, specialist blast designs, numerical modelling for critical blasts and submit relevant reports within the prescribed timeframes

To ensures that all the requirements of the Mine Health and Safety Act, OHS Act, and statutory requirements within the department/remit thus ensuring effective management of SHERQ and adherence to stipulated disciplines for continuous improvement of occupational Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Quality that impact on any organisation

To stay abreast of global technical advances in the field of blasting, and assist with the development, implementation and monitoring of policies, procedures and processes to ensure process excellence and continual process improvement

To assist in providing advanced technical training for internal and external stakeholders

To manage all aspects of human capital through the HR value chain and in accordance with policies, procedures and applicable legislation
Job Competencies

"Intermediate skills in Ms Office ( Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Email)

Technical skills in blast designs

Quality management skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical negotiation and influencing skills

Research capability and skill

Analyse scientific data

Knowledge in AXXIS blasting system

Policy

We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.

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