Explosives Officer
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Job Location:
Thabazimbi - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Explosives Officer will support and liaise constantly with the Explosives Coordinator to ensure the execution and alignment of legislation policies and procedures regarding all aspects of explosives at operations. Will also carry appointment as Explosives Magazine Master on surface and underground where required.
- Submit reports for the operation to the Explosives Coordinator
- Independent review of serious incidents and accidents
- Audits and investigations.
- Facilitate the effective provision of technical training and coaching to support the elimination of identified barriers regarding explosives management and control
- Ensure correct and safe transport storage handling and destruction of explosives
- Provide training and coaching to explosives receivers and handlers
- Oversee the effective provision of training and coaching to external clients regarding the identification and safe handling of explosives
- Compliance inspections and planned task observations regarding:
- Transport Storage Conveyance application and destruction of explosives
- Documents and logbooks.
- Ensuring the daily destruction of old and excess explosives
- Conduct searches for unsecured/abandoned explosives
- Conduct explosives related accident/incidents investigation
- Ensure statutory compliance
Qualifications :
- Grade 12
- Magazine Master Certificate or obtain within 3 months of appointment
- Blasting Ticket/Rock Breakers certificate of competence or CIE Inspector of Explosives Appointment
- Drivers License Code B
Advantageous:
- Any previous CIE experience and training
- Certificate/diploma in Explosives management or Blasting Technology
Experience:
- 2 years experience in explosives application management and control
- Risk Assessment Techniques
Additional Information :
What We Offer
At Valterra Platinum you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.
We offer:
- Meaningful work in a high-performance values-led environment.
- Market-aligned reward and recognition.
- Opportunities for learning development and progression.
- A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
- A clear commitment to safe Operations.
Inclusion and Diversity
Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.
Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms these include all acts of gender based violence bullying harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful inclusive and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.
How to Apply
To apply for this role please complete our online application form via this job advert.
Closing Date 28 January 2026
Privacy policy - Valterra Platinum
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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- Customer Service
- Clearance
- Facility
- Suspicious Activity
- Property Damage
- Public Safety
- Daily Operations
- Professional Development
- Access Control
- Communication
- General Public
- Procedures
- Powerpoint
About Company
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