Job Opportunity at Jac Rijk Mining - Blaster

 

Position: Blaster

WAZO HILL-PROJECT 

REQUIRED EDUCATION : Diploma in mining engineering Literate and Numerate 

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE : Open cast mining experience is essential Drilling & Blasting techniques

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION : Applicable Tanzanian Driving License Opencast Blasting Certificate 

DESIRABLE EDUCATION  

(COURSES) : Literature and numerate Computer Literate 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS :

1. Supervision 

2. Drill & Blast operation 

3. Close of shift 

4. General duties

Detailed Responsibilities 

1 Supervision:

• Check that Drilling & Blasting crews are correctly allocated  to area/equipment  
• All drilling & blasting operators and assistants to commence operations without delay 
• Report to the Drilling and blasting supervisor all breakdowns  on a continuous basis 
• Supervise drilling subcontractors should it be required 

2. Drilling & Blasting  Operation 

• During the revolving between the drilling operations, the  following checks must be made; 
• Condition of drill rig access 
• Drilling area for safe working conditions i.e check high  wall face for stability 
• Drill patterns in place  
• Area is clean enough ready for drilling 
• Correct set up of drill rigs so as to achieve maximum  production 
• Spare bits, rods, couplings, shanks etc availability 
• Responsible for safety procedures before, during and after a  blast (erecting of signs, time of the blast, guards at strategic  points, clearing the area etc) 
• Responsible for charging the blast, determining the stemming,  following the correct procedure 
• Ensure proper designing (burden, spacing powder factor etc)  and connecting the blast 
• Presentation of the blast to the client if requested to do so • Ensuring that he is present during charging of the blast  (correct amount of explosives are charged per hole) and the  correct procedure is followed 
• Responsible for submitting any related reports 

3. Close Shift Routine 

• Ensure that the operations in the pit under the drilling and  blasting crews are maintained up until the arranged shift change over 
• Report to the D & B supervisor any equipment requiring  attention  
• Check operator’s drill sheet for correct recording and sign 
• Provide the D & B supervisor survey information If required 
• Report any matter concerning safety 
• Ensure that recommended corrective actions are implemented promptly. 

4. General 

• The safety procedure for drilling and blasting operations  must be studied and applied 
• Oversee all issues regarding moisture and quality of material 
• Together with the D & B supervisor liaise with the client  representatives on all drilling and blasting issues such as  blast designs, planning etc 
• Responsible for yours and subordinates time keeping, discipline etc as per company code of conduct 
• Ensure cost effectiveness within the drill and blast operations 
• Interact with D & B Supervisor and Pit Superintendents on  above issues ensuring compliance in all company and client  related matters 
• Performs such other duties of a similar or related nature as  may be assigned by management from time to time. 

Candidates to not call but please send applications (CV) by email to; info@jacrijkmining.com

Deadline for applications; March 1 st 2022