Magazine Master

Omnia Holdings; Makhanda; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading explosives management firm based in Makhanda is seeking a Magazine Master responsible for administering and safeguarding stock in compliance with legal and client requirements. The role involves overseeing the delivery of explosives, managing inventory securely, and ensuring all legal and safety protocols are followed. Ideal candidates should be certified Magazine Masters with experience in explosives management. A valid driver's license and proficiency in Mathematics are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Mathematics.
• Certification as Magazine Master required.
• Driving license necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock and delivery of explosives in compliance with safety regulations.
• Ensure organized, secure storage of explosives and accessories.
• Conduct daily physical stock takes and reconcile discrepancies.

Skills

Mathematics

Ms Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Email)

Education

Grade 12

Certified as Magazine Master with CIE

Drivers Licence

Job description

Job Description

The main aim of the Magazine Master is to administer and safeguard the stock in the magazine in accordance with legal and client requirements. Ensure the delivery of explosives to the blasting face.

Overview

The main aim of the Magazine Master is to administer and safeguard the stock in the magazine in accordance with legal and client requirements. Ensure the delivery of explosives to the blasting face.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Mathematics)
• Certified as Magazine Master with CIE
• Drivers Licence

Advantageous Requirements

• Ms Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Email)
• Blasting Assistant Certificate (MQA)
• Competent A Certificate - MQA (Desirable)

Experience

• 2 years blasting assistant experience.
• 2 years demonstrated experience in managing the Magazine.
• 2 years demonstrated experience in transportation and storage of blasting accessories / explosives

Duties

• Receives finished blasting accessories / explosives from the plant as well as other orders placed by the Explosives Coordinator
• Ensures that explosives are off‑loaded and packed in the magazine in an orderly, secure and safe manner
• Checks received blasting accessories / explosives against the delivery note and signs it
• Books the newly arrived load into the Register Book
• All explosives to be scanned in and out of the magazine.
• Verifies the physical delivery with the driver
• Informs the Explosives Coordinator for further action when discrepancies are detected
• Receives Schedule of Orders from the Scheduling Coordinator with official order numbers.
• Checks that the Continuous Transport Permit (CTP) and Temporary Transport Permit (TTP) corresponds to the order
• Completes the pre‑use checklist to make sure that the vehicle and driver comply with all prescriptions, prior to loading of the order
• Requests the driver to rectify the matter or otherwise contacts the Explosives Coordinator for higher level action in the event of non‑compliance
• Signs and files the checklist in the event of compliance
• Ensures that the order is moved from the magazine, loaded and stacked on to the accessories transport vehicle in an orderly and safe manner
• Makes out a Delivery Note / Requisition for the order and hands over a copy to the driver and a copy to the Administrator

Job Competencies

Job Related Skills

• Enters the detail of the delivery in the Register Book
• Takes responsibility for the security of the company’s assets stored in the magazine
• Performs a daily physical stock take
• Compares and reconciles the physical stock amounts to the Register Book
• Identifies, corrects and reports any discrepancies on a daily basis
• Reports weekly stock count figures to Administrator
• Follows FIFO principles in organising dispatches
• Monitors age of stock and informs the Explosives Coordinator for taking further action
• Ensures that all the requirements of SHERQ, legal and mine procedures are met

Key Dimensions

• CIE Compliance
• Stakeholder satisfaction (internal & external customers)

Key Relationships

• Senior Management/Management/Country Managers
• Customers
• Support Teams
• Operations
• Any other stakeholder as may be deemed important and relevant from time to time