Explosives Officer

Company Description
- Join us as Explosive Officer where you will be required to support and liaise constantly with the Explosives Coordinator to ensure the execution and alignment of legislation, policies and procedures regarding all aspects of explosives at operations, you will also carry appointment as Explosives Magazine Master where required.

**We take safety seriously. So will you.**

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.

**Anglo Platinum**

**Job Description
- Your responsibilities for the role will be the following**:

- Explosives and Control systems, objectives, and targets
- Explosives audit protocols and standards
- Proceedings regarding the outcome of case investigations
- Submit reports for the operation to the Explosives Coordinator
- Independent review of serious incidents and accidents
- Audits and investigations.
- Facilitate the effective provision of technical training and coaching to support the elimination of identified barriers regarding explosives management and control,
- Ensure correct and safe transport, storage, handling and destruction of explosives,
- Provide training and coaching to explosives receivers and handlers
- Ensuring the daily destruction of old and excess explosives,
- Conduct searches for unsecured/abandoned explosives,
- Conduct explosives related accident/incidents investigation,
- Ensure statutory compliance

**This position is in the Mining Department at C5 level will be reporting to the Explosives Coordinator**

**Qualifications
- Qualifications and experience needed for the role**:

- Grade 12
- Magazine Master Certificate will be advantageous
- Certificate/diploma in Explosives management or Blasting Technology
- Blasting Ticket/Rock Breaker’s certificate of competence or CIE Inspector of Explosives Appointment
- Any previous CIE experience and training will be advantageous

**To be successful, you will have the following experience**:

- Risk Assessment Techniques

Additional Information
- Additional information
- In-depth knowledge of all relevant legislation
- Drivers License
- Presentation / Facilitation
- Observation
- Computer literate (MS Power point, Word, Excel, Access and Projects)

**Who We Are**

We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet? That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.

As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources - diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel - our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

**What We Offer**

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company - and we’re still growing all the time.

**Inclusion and Diversity**

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

**How to apply**

Closing Date 23 June 2023