Blasting Technician

In brief

**Overview** This role at Omnia is for a Blasting Technician responsible for providing technical support and guidance to operations and clients on blasting practices, including training and advisory services. The position requires delivering advanced technical expertise in blast and mine optimisation using specialized equipment such as drones, 3GSM technology, and face-profiling software. It necessitates strong communication skills, proficiency in blast-monitoring techniques, effective interpersonal abilities for interaction across all management levels, and thorough knowledge of blast-engineering principles. **What you will do** * Provide technical support and advice to the operations and clients about the implementation of, and training on, blasts. * Perform effective reporting on measured results. * Conduct formal reporting on activities. * Prepare monthly reporting to Line Management on activities conducted during the month. * Perform any physical work in the field related to the usage of the monitoring equipment and analyze its performance. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 12. * Blasting ticket. * 3 years surface blasting experience. * Understanding and experience in the use of detonator systems. * Understanding of and practical experience in surface mining and surface blasting. * Effective communication skills. * Proficiency in blast monitoring techniques. * Computer skills; MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Email. * Valid Driver's license. * Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of management. * Must be able to build and maintain good internal and external customer relationships. * Must be willing to perform any physical work in the field related to the usage of the monitoring equipment and analyse the performance thereof. * Highly motivated self-starter with unquestionable high levels of integrity. * A strong desire to learn and progress in the field blasting technology. * Business Acumen. * Conflict Management. * Customer Focus. * Timely Decision Making. * Functional Technical Skills. * Developing Direct Reports and Others. * Innovation Management. * Meeting Deadlines. * Motivating Others. * Problem Solving. * Drive for Result. * Experience in Reporting. * Experience in Project Management. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is someone who can provide technical support and guidance on blasting practices, delivering advanced technical expertise in blast and mine optimisation using specialized equipment. They should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, proficiency in blast monitoring techniques, and a thorough understanding of blast-engineering principles. This individual should be a highly motivated self-starter with unquestionable integrity, a strong desire to learn, and willing to perform physical field work. They must be adept at reporting, building customer relationships, and exhibit key competencies such as business acumen, conflict management, timely decision-making, problem-solving, and a drive for results. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/blasting-technician-omnia-pty-ltd-4 Source: myjobmag

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Project management

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