Explosives Officer

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Mokopane; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company based in Mokopane, Limpopo, is seeking an experienced explosives manager. Responsibilities include managing explosives safety and compliance, conducting audits, and providing training to staff. Ideal candidates will possess a Grade 12 qualification, Magazine Master Certificate, and at least two years' experience in explosives application and management. Join us in a values-led environment committed to safety and excellence. Closing date for applications is December 15, 2025.

Benefits

Market-aligned reward and recognition

Opportunities for learning and development

Commitment to safe operations

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in explosives application, management, and control.
• In-depth knowledge of all relevant legislation (Mine, Health & Safety Act and Explosives Act).
• Any previous CIE experience and training is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage the order, receipt, and issue of explosives.
• Conduct inspections and compliance checks for transport and storage of explosives.
• Provide training and coaching to staff on explosives management.

Skills

Explosives management

Risk Assessment Techniques

Computer literate (MS Power point, Word, Excel, Access and Projects)

Presentation / Facilitation

Education

Grade 12

Magazine Master Certificate registered with Chief Inspector of Explosives

Drivers License Code C1 with PDP

SAPS Criminal Record Clearance

Blasting Ticket/Rock Breaker’s certificate of competence

Certificate/diploma in Explosives management or Blasting Engineering

Job description

Company Description

Valterra Platinum, formerly Anglo-American Platinum, is a leading primary producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), with integrated mining, smelting, and refining operations in South Africa and Zimbabwe, marketing the metal we produce globally. Following our demerger from Anglo American plc, Valterra Platinum is now an independent, publicly listed company with a primary and secondary listing on the Johannesburg and London stock exchanges respectively.

As we embark on this exciting new chapter, Valterra Platinum is positioned to define and pursue its own strategy, anchored in operational excellence, sustainability, and value creation for the long-term. With full accountability for our performance and growth, we are focused on strengthening our capabilities across the entire PGM value chain, from mine to market.

Our independence empowers us to deepen our commitment to stakeholders and lead with purpose – to Unearth Value to Better Our World. We remain steadfast in our ambition to be the world’s foremost producer of platinum group metals, while embedding safety and sustainability in everything we do.

If you're driven by purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. Apply today and be part of something bigger.

This role is based in Mokopane, Limpopo.

Job Description

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Explosives management
• Order, receive and issue explosives, monitor stock levels against projected needs and verify materials meet the minimum safety and technical standards.
• Coordinate, supervise and monitor all activities at the magazines and silos.
• Submit reports on the operation to the Explosives Coordinator
• Conduct explosives related accident/incidents investigation.
• Independent review of serious incidents and accidents
• Audits and investigations.
• Facilitate the effective provision of technical training and coaching to support the elimination of identified barriers regarding explosives management and control.
• Ensure correct and safe transport, storage, handling and destruction of explosives.
• Provide training and coaching to explosives receivers and handlers.
• Oversee the effective provision of training and coaching to external clients regarding the identification and safe handling of explosives.
• Compliance inspections and planned task observations regarding:
  • Transport, Storage, Conveyance, application and destruction of explosives
  • Documents and logbooks.
• Ensuring the daily destruction of old and excess explosives.
• Conduct searches for unsecured/abandoned explosives.
• Ensure statutory compliance

This role is at a C5 level reporting to the Explosives Coordinator

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Magazine Master Certificate registered with Chief Inspector of Explosives (CIE)
• Drivers License Code C1 with PDP.
• SAPS Criminal Record Clearance.
• Blasting Ticket/Rock Breaker’s certificate of competence.
• Certificate/diploma in Explosives management or Blasting Engineering, (Advantageous)

Experience and Technical Knowledge

• 2 years’ experience in explosives application, management, and control
• Any previous CIE experience and training Advantageous
• Risk Assessment Techniques
• In-depth knowledge of all relevant legislation (Mine, Health & Safety Act and Explosives Act)
• Presentation / Facilitation
• Observation
• Computer literate (MS Power point, Word, Excel, Access and Projects)

What We Offer

At Valterra Platinum, you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.

We offer:

• Meaningful work in a high-performance, values-led environment.
• Market-aligned reward and recognition.
• Opportunities for learning, development and progression.
• A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
• A clear commitment to safe Operations.

Inclusion and Diversity

Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.

Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender-based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form via this job advert.

Closing Date: 15 December2025

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