Blasting Technician

Overview

The purpose of the blasting technician is to provide technical support and advice to the Operations and clients about the implementation of, and training on, blasts. They also provide advanced technical advice on blast and mine optimisation using highly technical equipment such as drones, 3GSM, and face profiling software.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Bachelor’s degree in Mining/Engineering or equivalent.
• Blasting Ticket

Experience

• 2 years demonstrated experience in mining / explosives environment
• 2 years demonstrated experience in surface blasting
• 2 years demonstrated experience in AXXIS mining technology or equivalent

Duties

• Provide technical support and advice to the Operations and clients about the implementation of, and training on, blasts.
• Provide advanced technical advice on blast and mine optimisation using highly technical equipment such as drones, 3GSM, and face profiling software.
• Effective communication skills.
• Proficiency in blast monitoring techniques.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of management.
• Thorough knowledge of blast engineering principles.
• Computer skills; MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Email).
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Must be able to build and maintain good internal and external customer relationships.
• Must be willing to perform any physical work in the field related to the usage of the monitoring equipment and analyse the performance thereof.
• Highly motivated self-starter with unquestionable high levels of integrity.
• A strong desire to learn and progress in the field of blasting technology.
• Willingness to drive extensively, sleep away from home, and work outside normal working hours.

Job Competencies

Competency Requirements:

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

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