General Manager - Drill and Blast

As a General Manager- Drill and Blast, your key responsibility will be to oversee and manage all aspects of drilling and blasting operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with regulations while leading a team to achieve production targets.

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

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