Job Opportunity at Jac Rijk Mining – Blaster

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

1. 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

1. 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.

1. 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.