Explosives Engineer - Blasting Specialist

Placements24; Paarl; In loco; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Tempo pieno

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Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Cutting-edge technology

Strong safety culture

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a senior Explosives Engineer to lead blasting operations across mining sites. You will design blast patterns, ensure regulatory compliance, supervise crews, and optimize fragmentation while upholding the highest safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in explosives engineering, a blasting engineer certification, and hands-on experience with blast modeling tools.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in explosives engineering and blast design in mining/quarrying.
• Certified Blasting Engineer or equivalent qualification.
• Deep knowledge of explosives types, initiating systems, and their applications.
• Proven experience with blast modeling software (Orica BlastIQ, Deswik Blast).
• Strong safety knowledge and adherence to regulations.

Mansioni

• Design and optimize blast patterns for fragmentation and wall stability.
• Ensure safe storage, handling, and use of explosives and initiating systems per regs.
• Supervise blasting crews and provide technical leadership and safety guidance.
• Conduct pre-blast assessments and post-blast evaluations; recommend improvements.
• Maintain records of blasting operations, inventories and incidents.
• Stay updated on explosives technology and implement beneficial advancements.
• Collaborate with mine planning to align blasting with production schedules.
• Investigate blasting incidents or near misses and apply corrective actions.

Conoscenze

Explosives engineering

Blast design

Safety compliance

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Mining/Civil Engineering

Strumenti

Orica BlastIQ

Deswik Blast

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the Mining sector, is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced Explosives Engineer with a specialization in blasting operations. This critical role is based in Paarl, Western Cape, ZA , and is essential for ensuring the safe, efficient, and effective execution of all blasting activities across our client's mining sites. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of explosives technology, blast design principles, and regulatory compliance. This is an outstanding opportunity for a safety-focused engineer to take on a senior role within a reputable mining organization, directly impacting productivity and operational safety. You will be instrumental in optimizing blasting outcomes while upholding the highest safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize blast patterns to achieve desired fragmentation, muck pile characteristics, and wall stability.
• Ensure the safe storage, handling, and use of explosives and initiating systems in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and guide blasting crews, providing technical expertise and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Conduct pre-blast assessments and post-blast evaluations, analyzing results and recommending improvements.
• Maintain accurate records of all blasting operations, including inventories, usage, and incident reports.
• Stay abreast of advancements in explosives technology and blasting techniques, recommending new technologies where beneficial.
• Collaborate with mine planning and operations teams to integrate blasting plans with overall mine production schedules.
• Investigate any blasting-related incidents or near misses and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in explosives engineering and blast design, with a strong background in mining or quarrying operations.
• Certified Blasting Engineer or equivalent recognized qualification.
• In-depth knowledge of various explosives types, initiating systems, and their application.
• Proven experience with blast modeling software (e.g., Orica BlastIQ, Deswik Blast).
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and best practices for explosives handling and use.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and a zero-harm philosophy.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including comprehensive medical coverage, a retirement fund, and potential for performance bonuses.
• This role provides significant opportunities for professional development and leadership within a dynamic mining environment.
• Employees will benefit from working with cutting‑edge technology and a strong safety culture.
• We are committed to fostering a safe and productive workplace for all our employees.