Vacancy: Junior Blaster
The Company would like to recruit a Junior Blaster to be based at Khanye Colliery in Bronkhorstspruit.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid blasting certificate
Grade 12
Driver’s license code 10
Be able to acquire a medical certificate of fitness
Knowledge of opencast mining
Computer literacy (Excel and Word)
Reading and writing in English
EXPERIENCE:
Previous relevant experience
Experience in a mining environment is an added advantage.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities; similar to that of blaster
Comply with appointments including regulations and the Mine Health and Safety Act.
Complete checklist.
Pump water in the section.
Offload explosives with a blaster.
Perform calculations.
Charge up face.
Act as a guard during blasting
Good housekeeping.
Participate in the mine safety program.
Ordering of explosives.
Ensuring the safety of the blasting bench.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your CV and copies of qualifications by the latest close of business on 18 December 2023 to: KhanyeRecruitment@canyoncoal.com.
No late applications will be accepted.
If you have not heard from us within 14 days of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Canyon Coal is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be given to candidates meeting the requirements as per our employment equity commitments.
