Centralised Blasting System Co-Ordinator

About the job Centralised Blasting System Co-Ordinator

DATE OF DISTRIBUTION: 03.03.2026

CLOSING DATE: 10.03.2026

DEPARTMENT: SHAFTS

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To effectively and continuously monitor from the identified systems rooms/blasting control room the running status of equipment and alarms by means of a SCADA system.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 with (Mathematics and Physical Science) or NQF 4 is essential.
• 3 years experience as an Electrical Serviceman is essential.
• Centralised Blasting System Co-Ordinator experience is desirable.

COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrate understanding of the importance of safe and efficient blasting process processes in an underground hard rock environment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety.
• Demonstrate knowledge pertaining to basic health and safety principles in the workplace.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Platinum Safety Act, regulations and definitions.
• Demonstrate an understanding of legal terms and requirements related to rockbreaking operations.
• Demonstrate an awareness of customer service.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Records events on log sheets as well as to communicate events to relevant personnel as per blasting procedure.
• Forefronts the running status of equipment on the SCADA system prior to the initiating of the blast during the preparation while crew still underground.
• Monitors stopes on the shaft that they are appointed for in terms of fault finding on the SCAQDA in the blasting room.
• Assist the engineering and the mining personnel during fault finding and fixing of the fault on the problem areas on their respective shafts.
• Records relevant events as per procedure as observed on the SCADA system or reported to them telephonically or by other means of communication.
• Immediately contacts the relevant personnel to report events or change in running status of the blasting system as per procedure.
• Updates the blasting system as required and monitor prior and post the blast.
• Compiles and submits a full report at the end of the blasting cycle for sign off.
• Ensures that the blasting system is left in a safe condition prior to the entrance by the next shift, should there be any deficiencies observed the blasting co-ordinator shall liaise with the responsible shift supervisor of the next shift.
• Ensure that the complied report for the day blast is submitted to the office of the respective Mine Manager for signature and record keeping.

Our people set us apart and make us a winning team – we are excited to have someone new join our ranks.

IMPORTANT:

Short listed candidates may be subjected to a psychometric assessment. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, the Companys Recruitment Policy, and Employment Equity Plan.

Should you not hear from the human resources department within 30 days after the closing date of applications, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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