Magazine Master X 1 REF:IVP-MIN at Ivanhoe Mines

• IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world-class palladium-rhodium-nickel-copper-gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. This unique mineral deposit will be exploited using large mechanised state-of-the-art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to   develop this “mine of the future”. Suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to apply for the following vacancies required for the project development.

Suitable candidate must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Magazine Masters certificate (CIOE)
• Hazardous Material Handling Certificate
• Driver’s license code
• First Aid Level 1

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience: 

• At least 2 years’ experience within a materials management or warehouse environment.
• Knowledge of General Explosive Principles
• Computer literacy (MS packages)
• ERP Systems
• People Management skills
• Communication skills

Your successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

• Effective management of explosives and associated accessories in accordance with relevant legal and safety regulations
• Coordinate, supervise and monitor all activities at the magazines
• Order, receive and issue explosives, monitor stock levels against projected needs and verify materials meet the minimum safety and technical standards
• Timeous and accurate reconciling of explosives with supporting documents and controls in place in line with legislation
• Comply with legal and safety requirements when transporting explosives
• Plan and schedule maintenance and utilization of explosives delivery vehicles
• Effective stakeholder engagement to ensure smooth workflows, availability of explosives and achievement of production targets
• Liaise with the Inspector of explosives and monitor associated risk assessment processes in collaboration with the site safety officers
• Participate in required meetings, including safety meetings
• Effective systems and controls in place for the securing of explosives at all times