Blasting Technology Specialist

Omnia Group Careers; Brits; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Omnia Holdings Limited, via the BME Operations unit, seeks a Blasting Technician to provide advanced blasting expertise, training, and advisory services for operations and clients in the Northwest region of South Africa. The role uses drones and blast-monitoring tools to optimise mine performance.

The successful candidate will have a blasting ticket/certificate, Grade 12, and 3+ years' surface blasting experience, with strong reporting and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 required; minimum 3 years' surface blasting experience.
• Blasting certificate or ticket highly beneficial.
• Postgraduate degree in mining engineering, geotechnology or geology is advantageous.
• Trained in blast monitoring equipment is advantageous.
• Innovative technical report writing experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support on blasting practices to operations and clients.
• Deliver advanced blast and mine optimisation expertise using drones and 3GSM tech.
• Communicate effectively across all management levels and document results.
• Maintain and report on blasting performance and activities monthly.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Drone operation

Blast monitoring

Education

Grade 12

Postgraduate degree in mining eng / geotechnology / geology

Tools

Blasting ticket

Blasting certificate

Blast monitoring equipment training

Job description

Omnia Holdings Limited, via the BME Operations unit, seeks a Blasting Technician to provide advanced blasting expertise, training, and advisory services for operations and clients in the Northwest region of South Africa. The role uses drones and blast-monitoring tools to optimise mine performance.

The successful candidate will have a blasting ticket/certificate, Grade 12, and 3+ years' surface blasting experience, with strong reporting and MS Office skills.