Blasting Technician - Gauteng at Omnia (Pty) LTD

Overview    

• Provide technical support and advice to the Operations and clients about the implementation of, training on, and marketing of the Axxis Digital Detonator System.

Qualifications    

• Grade 12
• Bachelor's degree in Mining/Engineering or equivalent
• Blasting Ticket
• Competency B
• Blasting assistant competency (Would be beneficial)
• Code 10 Drivers License

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    
Technical support:

• To provide technical support and advice to the Operations and clients about the implementation of, training on, and marketing of the Axxis Digital Detonator System

Prevented/mitigated company risks:

• To assist with all the relevant training and risk management documentation
• Ensuring compliance with Mine Health and Safety Act and adherence to stipulated disciplines for continuous improvement of occupational Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Quality that impact on the organisation
• Promoting a safety conscious culture and ensuring adherence to all legislation

Blast Quality Reviews:

• Conduct and evaluate blast results using databases, instrumentation, blasting software’s (e.g. BME BlastMap software)
• Write blast report writing as per requirements

Job Competencies    

• Intermediate skills in Ms Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Technical skills in blast designs
• Research capability and skill
• Ability to analyse scientific data
• Proficiency in blast monitoring techniques
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of management

Closing Date    
2023/08/02