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General Manager - Drill and Blast

Executive Placements
Dundee Full-day Full-time

Description:

Key Responsibilities:

Safety Leadership:
Prioritize and promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. Operational Management:
Plan, schedule, and manage drilling and blasting operations, including drilling patterns, blast designs, and timing. Team Leadership:
Lead and motivate a team of drill and blast personnel, providing training, coaching, and performance feedback. Performance and Delivery:
Monitor and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of drilling and blasting operations, ensuring optimal fragmentation and production. Budget and Cost Control:
Manage the drill and blast budget, ensuring cost-effective operations and resource utilization. Technical Expertise:
Possess a strong understanding of drilling and blasting techniques, equipment, and safety procedures. Compliance:
Ensure compliance with all relevant mining regulations, standards, and procedures. Communication:
Effectively communicate with various stakeholders, including management, technical teams, and other departments. Continuous Improvement:
Identify and implement opportunities for improvement in drilling and blasting processes and procedures. Training and Development:
Develop and implement training programs for drill and blast personnel, ensuring they are competent and qualified. Data Analysis:
Analyze drilling and blasting data to identify trends, problems, and opportunities for improvement. Minimum Requirements:
Matric / Grade 12 Certificate Relevant tertiary Engineering, Mining or equivalent technical degree required Minimum 7 to 10 years experience in a similar senior level position with experience in drilling and blasting operations, preferably in coal mining or similar industry Knowledge of blasting techniques, explosives safety, and regulatory requirements A valid drivers licence and own reliable vehicle
28 Mar 2025;   from: gumtree.co.za

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