Ammunition Handlers X3 (12 Months Fixed-Term Contract) REF NO: 9993292, 9993293 & 9993294 at Armscor

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Driver’s license – Code C1 will be an added advantage
• PRDP will be an added advantage.
• Must have worked in physically demanding environment

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible to perform the following functions but not limited to;

• Form part of a demolitions team for the destruction of ammunition and explosives by open pit detonation, burning, incineration and other complying and cost-saving methods. 
• Range clearance and reporting of suspect UXOs on all impact areas and the demolition range. 
• Conduct Search and Recovery of inert ammunition items at all impact areas. 
• Form part of the EOD team to render ammunition safe at all impact areas and the demolitions range. 
• Assist with packing and palletising of explosives and ammunition articles for transport and storage purposes, including demolitions and EOD requirements. 
• Assist with destructive testing requirements and setting up of environmental and insensitive ammunition tests. 
• Ensure proper housekeeping for inert ammunition articles and recovered scrap. 
• Shredding of unserviceable plastic ammunition containers. 
• Assist with the disposal of inactive leftovers from demolition and EOD activities. 
• Carry out ad-hoc tasks as per the instructions of the Senior Technician: Demolitions.

 KNOWLEDGE & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

• Communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of the OHS Act