A Drilling and Blasting company is urgently looking for a dynamic and driven Civils Blaster to join their team in KZN.
Duties & Responsibilities
Based at head office in Port Shepstone - executing of blasts on various sites - Eastern Cape & Kzn
Develop and implement blasting plans to optimise product extraction.
Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to design effective blasting patterns.
Provide technical expertise in blast optimisation.
Monitor and analyse blast results to optimize fragmentation, minimize boulders, vibrations and fly rock.
Supervise drilling operations.
Communicate with client on size and location of blast to ensure that it fits in with the production requirements and the short-term mining plan.
Consult with clients and draw up drill and blast schedule for the month and communicate to the team.
Competencies:
Computer Literacy - MS Office
Proficient in Blast Design Software
In-depth knowledge of explosives, blasting agents and safety regulations
Proven track record in the surface mining industry.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Requirements:
Valid & active surface blasting ticket from SAPS
Min 5 years' experience civils blasting
Opencast blasting ticket would be advantageous
Experience with Electonic detonators would be advantageous
Drivers license
Must be willing to travel
SALARY NEGOTIABLE BASED ON EXPERIENCE*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R40000,00 - R55000,00 per month
Experience:
civils blasting: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
driving license (Required)
surface blasting ticket (Required)
Willingness to travel:
75% (Required)
Work Location: On the road
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