Job Description

This role analysis models, research and test blasting optimization technology, as well as deliver high-tech consulting services to internal and external stakeholders to promote BME's capabilities and maintain its position as the preferred supplier/service provider.
Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Blasting Ticket
• Blasting Engineering Certificate
• Post Graduate Degree in Mining Engineering, Geotechnology or Geology.

Advantageous Requirements:

• Trained in the application of blast monitoring equipment.
• Innovative technical report writing experience.
• Project management.
• Member of a professional organisation.

Experience

• 5 years continuous working experience in Blasting Technical Services and consulting in the field of Blasting.
• Proven track record in a Blasting Technology environment

Duties

• To undertake the development and testing of blasting optimisation technology in order to provide the highest quality blasting products and services available.
• To conduct and manage blasting risk assessments, blast optimisation designs, blast performance results and specialist blast designs and numerical modelling for critical blasts and submit relevant reports
• To ensures that all the requirements of the Mine Health and Safety Act, OHS Act, and statutory requirements within the department/remit thus ensuring effective management of SHERQ and adherence to stipulated disciplines for continuous improvement of occupational Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Quality that impact on any organisation
• To stay abreast of global technical advances in the field of blasting, and develop and implement policies, procedures and processes to ensure process excellence and continual process improvement
• To assist in providing advanced technical training for blasting engineers and clients

Job CompetenciesJob Related Skills:

• Sound knowledge of applicable of blasting software
• Sound knowledge of numerical modelling and field monitoring techniques
• Sound understanding of blasting physics and SHERQ
• Extensive knowledge of mining operations
• Good working knowledge of the explosives regulations
• Project management and Commercial knowledge
• Technical knowledge of mining explosives and services

Competency Requirements Level of Importance:

• Business Acumen - Essential
• Conflict Management - Essential
• Customer Focus - Essential
• Timely Decision Making - Essential
• Functional Technical Skills - Mastery
• Developing Direct Reports and Others Strong Focus
• Innovation Management - Essential
• Meeting Deadlines - Essential
• Motivating Others - Essential
• Problem Solving - Essential
• Drive for Results - Essential

Omnia Holdings