Drill & Blast Specialist

RCPM Industries; Lephalale; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

RCPM Industries in Lephalale, South Africa, seeks an experienced professional to oversee drilling and blasting activities within the mining plan. You will coordinate drilling, charging, and blasting operations, maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory requirements on site.

The role requires strong knowledge of blasting practices, safety standards, and a minimum of eight years in opencast drilling and blasting, including regulatory registration where applicable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years' experience in opencast drilling and blasting.
• Strong knowledge of blasting practices and safety requirements.
• DMR/Mineral Resources regulatory registration, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review drill patterns and blast parameters.
• Coordinate drilling and charging activities.
• Supervise drilling and blasting operations.
• Conduct and coordinate pre-blast inspections.
• Monitor blast performance and identify improvements.
• Ensure compliance with explosives legislation and site procedures.
• Maintain relevant drilling and blasting records.

Skills

Open-pit blasting experience

Drilling & blasting supervision

Regulatory registration (DMR)

Job description

Lephalale, South Africa | Posted on 10/08/2026

RCPM is a forward-thinking mining services company, proudly established in the Northern Cape and serving clients across South Africa. We are driven by a commitment to innovation, safety, quality, and environmental stewardship, with a clear goal of redefining industry standards through cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices.

As a 100% Black-owned, 70% Youth-owned, and 15% Women-owned company, RCPM stands as a symbol of empowerment and transformation. Our ownership structure reflects our dedication to youth development, women's empowerment, and the creation of sustainable employment opportunities within our communities.

Job Description

Responsible for coordinating and overseeing drilling and blasting activities to ensure safe, compliant and effective execution of the mining plan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and review drill patterns and blast parameters.
• Coordinate drilling and charging activities.
• Supervise drilling and blasting operations.
• Conduct and coordinate pre-blast inspections.
• Monitor blast performance and identify improvements.
• Ensure compliance with explosives legislation and site procedures.
• Maintain relevant drilling and blasting records.

Requirements

• DMR/Mineral Resources regulatory registration as applicable.
• Minimum 8 years' experience in opencast drilling and blasting.
• Strong knowledge of blasting practices and safety requirements.