Blasting Assistant: Field Operations & Safety

De Beers Group; Kathu; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Anglo American is seeking a Blasting Assistant to support drillers and explosives personnel, providing equipment, handling charges, and maintaining clean work areas. The role sits in the MIN department, reporting to the Shift Supervisor, and emphasizes safety and adherence to procedures.

The position requires Grade 12 or equivalent, a valid SA Driver's Licence, and basic competency in safe declarations for miners/blasters.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Competency A: understanding safe declarations from Miners/Blasters is preferred.
• SA Drivers Licence Code B is required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety, health, and environment standards and promote good housekeeping.
• Active participation in SLAMs, HPHs, relevant Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.
• Assist extraction craft workers to ensure blasting operations comply with procedures, specifications and timeframes.
• Inspect the blasting area and signal workers to clear the area to prevent injuries and damage to assets and ensure safe operations.
• Conduct repairs and maintenance of automotive and drilling equipment to ensure availability.
• Observe equipment operations to identify problems and initiate actions to prevent damage.
• Operate auxiliary equipment to assist when required.
• Arrange and prepare materials required for blasting operations and move gear to excavation sites.
• Assist the supervisor and coworkers to achieve functional objectives.

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Competency A: safe declarations from Miners/Blasters

SA Drivers Licence Code B

Job description

Anglo American is seeking a Blasting Assistant to support drillers and explosives personnel, providing equipment, handling charges, and maintaining clean work areas. The role sits in the MIN department, reporting to the Shift Supervisor, and emphasizes safety and adherence to procedures.

The position requires Grade 12 or equivalent, a valid SA Driver's Licence, and basic competency in safe declarations for miners/blasters.