Position: Blaster
WAZO HILL-PROJECT
REQUIRED EDUCATION : Diploma in mining engineering Literate and Numerate
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE : Open cast mining experience is essential Drilling & Blasting techniques
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION : Applicable Tanzanian Driving License Opencast Blasting Certificate
DESIRABLE EDUCATION
(COURSES) : Literature and numerate Computer Literate
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS :
1. Supervision
2. Drill & Blast operation
3. Close of shift
4. General duties
Detailed Responsibilities
1 Supervision:
Check that Drilling & Blasting crews are correctly allocated to area/equipment
All drilling & blasting operators and assistants to commence operations without delay
Report to the Drilling and blasting supervisor all breakdowns on a continuous basis
Supervise drilling subcontractors should it be required
2. Drilling & Blasting Operation
During the revolving between the drilling operations, the following checks must be made;
Condition of drill rig access
Drilling area for safe working conditions i.e check high wall face for stability
Drill patterns in place
Area is clean enough ready for drilling
Correct set up of drill rigs so as to achieve maximum production
Spare bits, rods, couplings, shanks etc availability
Responsible for safety procedures before, during and after a blast (erecting of signs, time of the blast, guards at strategic points, clearing the area etc)
Responsible for charging the blast, determining the stemming, following the correct procedure
Ensure proper designing (burden, spacing powder factor etc) and connecting the blast
Presentation of the blast to the client if requested to do so • Ensuring that he is present during charging of the blast (correct amount of explosives are charged per hole) and the correct procedure is followed
Responsible for submitting any related reports
3. Close Shift Routine
Ensure that the operations in the pit under the drilling and blasting crews are maintained up until the arranged shift change over
Report to the D & B supervisor any equipment requiring attention
Check operator’s drill sheet for correct recording and sign
Provide the D & B supervisor survey information If required
Report any matter concerning safety
Ensure that recommended corrective actions are implemented promptly.
4. General
The safety procedure for drilling and blasting operations must be studied and applied
Oversee all issues regarding moisture and quality of material
Together with the D & B supervisor liaise with the client representatives on all drilling and blasting issues such as blast designs, planning etc
Responsible for yours and subordinates time keeping, discipline etc as per company code of conduct
Ensure cost effectiveness within the drill and blast operations
Interact with D & B Supervisor and Pit Superintendents on above issues ensuring compliance in all company and client related matters
Performs such other duties of a similar or related nature as may be assigned by management from time to time.
Candidates to not call but please send applications (CV) by email to; info@jacrijkmining.com
Deadline for applications; March 1 st 2022
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