Explosives Manager

Apply for the Explosives Manager role at Rheinmetall . What We Are Looking For The Explosives Manager will work closely with Management to develop, prepare, and implement explosives safety policies and procedures, while cultivating a strong explosives safety culture across the Wellington site. The role includes serving as the legal appointee for the site, ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements, and maintaining explosive area compliance standards. Responsibilities cover the management of magazines, movement of explosives between sites, and burning grounds operations, with strict adherence to zoning, segregation, and operational safety protocols. Key Performance Areas Develop, prepare, and implement explosives safety policies and procedures, and cultivate a strong explosives safety culture across the site. Serve as the primary contact for all explosives safety matters pertaining to RDM Wellington and liaise with regulatory departments regarding explosive incidents. Review and approve all manufacturing and product documentation for Wellington operations. Appraise and implement new safety regulations in collaboration with other explosives managers as they relate to RDM manufacturing sites. Review accident and incident reports and provide technical input on explosives-related incidents. Ensure identified corrective solutions are implemented in the area of responsibility. Conduct explosives-related audits and inspections. Facilitate interaction with RDM Wellington Academy to ensure explosives training aligns with regulatory and legislative requirements. Liaise and coordinate NIXT Conference, SANAS, and training for RDM, and represent RDM at NIXT and SAFEX. Manage and control all explosive waste destruction. Maintain Explosive Area Compliance, including zoning, segregation, and operational safety standards. Adhere to and implement Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensure compliance with ISO Standards concerning SHE/Quality/Environmental/Energy. Qualifications You Should Have A minimum of UNISA SLP-1 to SLP-4 is required, with the following modules completed: PIIE01P, PIIE04S, PPSE01B, PPSE02C, PPSE05F, PPSE07H, PCPL03F, PCPL04G, PCPL05H, PCPL07K, PCPL08L, PETE01J, PETE03L, PERE04M, PETE08R. Additional engineering degree. Proven training and experience in ordnance manufacture, usage, storage, or testing. At least 5 years’ experience working with explosives, ordnance, or ammunition (development, manufacturing, usage, and destruction). Strong decision‑making ability, motivated and self‑disciplined. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of SHE/OHS/Quality Systems advantageous. Valid driver’s licence. Computer literate (MS Office) with good presentation skills. What We Offer You Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund. Medical Schemes. Stable employer background. Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division. Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing. Career development and progress opportunities. Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes). Subsidised canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options. Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture. Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do. Participation in international Rheinmetall activities and events. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Other Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Rheinmetall by 2x. #J-18808-Ljbffr