Explosive Co-ordinator

EXPLOSIVE CO-ORDINATOR (Grading C4)

All applications must include police-certified copies of the applicant's ID and certificates

Job specification

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• A Diploma or certificate with the following main subjects Statutory Law / Common Law / Law of Evidence and Procedure
• Certificate in Explosives registered with the CIE will be advantageous
• At least 5 years Mining environment Sound knowledge of the Explosives Act, Mine Health and Safety Act, and applicable regulations.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Experience with explosives inventory and stock management systems.
• Valid driver's licence.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the ordering, receipt, storage, issuing, and return of explosives and accessories.
• Ensure compliance with the Explosives Act, Mine Health and Safety Act, and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate explosives inventory records and reconcile stock on a daily basis.
• Coordinate explosives deliveries with suppliers and internal departments.
• Ensure magazines are managed and secured in accordance with legal requirements.
• Conduct regular inspections of explosives magazines and storage facilities.
• Investigate and report any explosives discrepancies, incidents, or non-conformances.
• Compile and submit explosives usage and stock reports.
• Liaise with production teams to ensure explosives are available to meet operational requirements.
• Ensure all explosives documentation is completed accurately and filed appropriately.
• Participate in audits and implement corrective actions where required.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture throughout all explosives-related activities.

EFFECTIVE LEGAL COMPLIANCE OF EXPLOSIVES

• Civil or construction blasting to be conducted within legal framework
• Submit reports for the operation to Management
• Ensure statutory compliance

IMPLEMENTATION OF THE EXPLOSIVE CONTROL SYSTEMS

• Implement codes of practice based on risk assessments and systems audits
• Implement audits and investigations
• Conduct explosives related accidents/incidents investigations
• Conduct searches for unsecured/abandoned explosives
• Ensure daily destruction of explosives
• Ensure correct and safe transport, storage and handling of explosives
• Compliance inspections and task observation: transport, storage, use and documents and logbooks

TECHNICAL TRAINING AND COACHING

• Training and coaching to explosive receivers and handlers
• Training and coaching to external clients regarding the identification and safe handling of explosives
• Provide technical training and coaching on surface to support the elimination of identified barriers regarding explosives management and control

COST CONTROL

• Track explosive efficiencies
• Apply cost controls for orders
• Assist with budgeting process

Adhere to MHSA standards & Gold1 Group’s safety motto : “Nothing is so important that it cannot be done safely”