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  • Posted: Nov 25, 2025
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • Rheinmetall Denel Munition RF (Pty) Ltd (RDM) is jointly owned by Rheinmetall Waffe Munition GmbH (51%) of Germany and Denel (Pty) Ltd. South Africa. RDM specialises in the development, design and manufacture of medium and large calibre ammunition families and is a world leader in the field of artillery, mortar and infantry systems for air, land and sea appl...
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    Explosives Manager

    WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

    • The Explosive Manager will be responsible to work closely with Management to develop, prepare, and implement explosives safety policies and procedures, while cultivating a strong explosives safety culture across the Wellington site.
    • The role includes serving as the legal appointee for the site, ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements and explosive area compliance standards.
    • Responsibilities cover the management of magazines, movement of explosives between sites, and burning grounds operations, with strict adherence to zoning, segregation, and operational safety protocols.

    KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

    • Develop, prepare, and implement explosives safety policies and procedures, and cultivate a strong explosives safety culture across the site.
    • Serve as the primary contact for all explosives safety matters pertaining to RDM Wellington and Liaise with regulatory departments regarding explosive incidents.
    • Review and approve all manufacturing and product documentation for Wellington operations.
    • Appraise and implement new safety regulations in collaboration with other explosives managers as they relate to RDM manufacturing sites.
    • Review accident and incident reports and provide technical input on explosives-related incidents.
    • Ensure identified corrective solutions are implemented in area of responsibility.
    • Conduct explosives-related audits and inspections.
    • Facilitate interaction with RDM Wellington Academy to ensure explosives training aligns with regulatory and legislative requirements.
    • Liaise and coordinate NIXT Conference, SANAS, and training for RDM, and represent RDM at NIXT and SAFEX.
    • Manage and control all explosive waste destruction.
    • Maintain Explosive Area Compliance, including zoning, segregation, and operational safety standards.
    • Adheres and implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Environmental/Energy.

    WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

    • A minimum of UNISA SLP-1 to SLP-4 is required for applying for this position. The following modules must be completed:
    • PIIE01P, PIIE04S, PPSE01B, PPSE02C, PPSE05F, PPSE07H, PCPL03F, PCPL04G, PCPL05H, PCPL07K, PCPL08L, PETE01J, PETE03L, PERE04M, PETE08R
    • Additional, Engineering degree
    • Proven training and experience in ordnance manufacture, usage, storage, or testing.
    • At least 5 years’ experience working with explosives, ordnance, or ammunition (development, manufacturing, usage, and destruction).
    • Strong decision-making ability, motivated and self-disciplined.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Knowledge of SHE/OHS/Quality Systems advantageous.
    • Valid driver's licence.
    • Computer literate (MS Office) with good presentation skills.

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    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Rheinmetall Denel Munition on www.rheinmetall.com to apply

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