Latest Job March 2024
Afrimat Mining Services is looking for suitable and qualified candidates to apply for Blasting Assistant positions and the successful candidates will be based at Steelpoort, Limpopo Province, South Africa.
Job Details
| Job Title | Blasting Assistant X4 |
| Company | Afrimat Mining Services |
| Job Type | FFull-Time |
| Industry | Mining |
| Remuneration | Market Related |
| Experience | Entry Level |
| Location | Steelpoort, Limpopo Province, South Africa. |
| Closing Date | 31 March 2024 |
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Blaster with blasting activities.
- Demarcate drill and blasting site
- Placing of warning flags in designated locations within the blasting operation area
- Ensure that explosives are delivered beforehand to the respective drilled holes
- Handling of stemming rods.
- Preparation of primers
- Charging of blast holes with explosives under the supervision of the Blaster
- Conduct a safety inspection at the blasting area before commencing with covering blasting holes
- Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor / Manager
Requirements
- Grade 12
- Blasting Certificate
- National Certificate in Rock breaking (surface excavations) will be advantageous
- Minimum of 1 to 3 years’ experience in an open pit-mining environment
- Knowledgeable of blasting practices and operations
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written
- Able to work well under pressure
- Be prepared to work after hours when needed
- Will be able to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment
- Will be able to work independently as well in a team environment.
How to Apply
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The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.
Equity Statement
In line with the Company’s commitment to Employment Equity and diversifying its workforce, applications from the designated groups and historically disadvantaged students will be given priority consideration.
Afrimat is committed to fair and ethical recruitment practices that sustains consistent delivery towards diversity and inclusion, effective performance and job engagement.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. The Company reserves the right not to make an appointment.
