Blasting Assistant
Listing reference: kalam_000157
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 30 April 2026
Position summary
Industry: Mining & Quarrying
Job category: Mining
Location: Hotazel
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
About our company
Kalagadi
Introduction
To assist the Blaster in the execution of his function, charging up of blasts
Job description
Assist and receive instructions from the Blaster or Manager
Hand charging, charging up the holes according to the instructions from the Blaster
Measuring the blasting area
Ensure that all the people at work are aware that the blasting is about to start
Communicate with personnel effectively in order that instructions are carried out properly
Perform any reasonable tasks assigned to him/her by the Blaster or Manager
Carry out an inspection daily in his/her section
Report near misses and other potential hazards
Clean up hydrocarbon spills
Ensure that protective devices are in good condition
Ensure that the working areas maintain high levels of good housekeeping
Hand charging, charging up the holes according to the instructions from the Blaster
Measuring the blasting area
Ensure that all the people at work are aware that the blasting is about to start
Communicate with personnel effectively in order that instructions are carried out properly
Perform any reasonable tasks assigned to him/her by the Blaster or Manager
Carry out an inspection daily in his/her section
Report near misses and other potential hazards
Clean up hydrocarbon spills
Ensure that protective devices are in good condition
Ensure that the working areas maintain high levels of good housekeeping
Minimum requirements
Ø Grade 12
Ø Valid Blasting Assistant Certificate
Ø Minimum 1-year relevant experience
Ø Willing to work weekends and public holidays
Ø Successfully complete medical evaluation
Ø Sound knowledge of blasting assistant duties
Ø Absolutely no previous criminal record
Ø Maintain good relations with co workers
Ø Must be fluent in English