MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Matric certificate or equivalent

A relevant competency certificate

Previously employed in an underground charge-up role

A valid driver’s license (code 10)

Medically fit to work underground

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

3 years’ experience in long hole stope charging, with emulsion

Experience in operating a Normet charmec charging unit.

A good understanding and ability to conduct density testing of emulsion.

Flexible and willingness to assist with varied tasks and responsibilities

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepping stope blast holes and produce an accurate stope prep plan.

Ensure working area is safe for personnel and equipment to perform duties.

Charge Up and fire stope blasts according to blast plan.

Charging up holes, down-holes, and development drives.

Use of a variety of explosives and initiating systems, depending on drill pattern, rock type, and hole dimension.

Ensure a full understanding of charge plans and charge stope according to the plan.

Carrying out charging of Jumbo development rounds, striping rounds and longhole stope in a safe and efficient manner according to plan.