Job Description
The Blaster’s key role is to prepare, press home and fire explosives with a focus on safety and efficiency to aid in coal extraction. The blasting activities include preparation of drilling blocks, planning and executing controlled explosions, ensuring adherence to statutory safety regulations in line with blasting and working with other mining teams to enhance operations and reduce disruptions.
Duties and Responsibilities
Design and plan blasting operations to ensure fragmentation of blast thereby ensuring effective coal extraction while minimizing environmental and safety risks.
Determine the appropriate type and quantity of explosives required for each blast.
Safely handle, transport, and store explosives and blasting agents in accordance with safety regulations and company procedures.
Prepare and assemble blasting equipment, including detonators, fuses, and blasting agents. Destroy all explosives as per the relevant procedure.
Execute controlled blasts according to the planned sequence, ensuring precise timing and coordination.
Monitor and manage blasting operations to ensure all safety protocols are followed.
Perform all blasting processes, (before, during and after the blast) in strict adherence to the safety regulations and standards.
Maintain accurate records such as reconciliations, token book, blasts reports and explosives registers.
Any other duties as assigned by the PIT Superintendent and Mine Manager.
Qualifications and Experience
5 O’ Levels including Mathematics and English
Holder of a Full Blasting Licence for Open Cast Mines
Specialized training or coursework in explosives handling, mining operations, or a related field is an added advantage.
A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Blaster with demonstrated leadership competencies.
Class 4 Drivers Licence
How to Apply
Human Resources Operations and Administration Officer
Turbo Mining
Western Coal Area
Hwange
Or email: recruitment@turbomining.co.zw
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