Blasting Technician

ROLE IMPACT To provide technical support and guidance to operations and clients on the implementation of blasting practices, including training and advisory services. The role is responsible for delivering advanced technical expertise in blast and mine optimisation using specialised equipment such as drones, 3GSM technology, and face-profiling software. It further requires strong communication skills, proficiency in blast-monitoring techniques, effective interpersonal abilities for interaction across all management levels, and thorough knowledge of blast-engineering principles. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide technical support and advice to the operations and clients about the implementation of, training on, blasts. Required Competencies: Effective communication skills. Proficiency in blast monitoring techniques. Computer skills; MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Email). Effective reporting on measured results Formal reporting on activities Valid Driver's license. Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of management. Must be able to build and maintain good internal and external customer relationships. Must be willing to perform any physical work in the field related to the usage of the monitoring equipment and analyse the performance thereof. Highly motivated self-started with unquestionable high levels of integrity. A strong desire to learn and progress in the field blasting technology Monthly reporting to Line Management on activates conducted during the month. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Qualifications Grade 12 supplemented by at least 3 years' surface blasting experience. Blasting certificate highly recommended Blasting ticket Post graduate degree in mining engineering, geotechnology or geology (Advantageous) Trained in the application of blast monitoring equipment (Advantageous) Innovative technical report writing experience (Advantageous) Project management (Advantageous) Experience 3 years surface blasting experience. Electronic experience will be an added advantage. Understanding and experience in the use of detonator systems. Understanding of and practical experience in surface mining and surface blasting Reporting Project Management Ms Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Email) - Desired Key Competencies Business Acumen Conflict Management Customer Focus Timely Decision Making Functional Technical Skills Developing Direct Reports and Others Innovation Management Meeting Deadlines Motivating Others Problem Solving Drive for Result