Drilling & Blasting Manager (Surface / Chrome / Mining / Hard Rock)

Reference No. MR0007

A mining operation is seeking a Drilling & Blasting Manager to oversee all drilling and blasting activities within an open pit environment. The role focuses on ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective blasting practices aligned to production requirements. The incumbent will manage contractors, optimize blast performance, and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal standards.This is a senior site-based role requiring strong technical capability and leadership within a hard rock mining operation.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee drilling and blasting operations to achieve production and fragmentation targets
• Manage drilling and blasting contractors and ensure contract compliance
• Design and optimize blast patterns, timing, and explosive usage
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and legal requirements
• Monitor blast performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage drilling and blasting budgets and associated costs
• Coordinate with mining, geology, and plant teams for production alignment
• Compile blasting performance and operational reports

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Degree or Diploma in Mining Engineering or related field
• Surface Blasting Ticket (required)
• 8–10 years’ experience in open pit mining with strong drilling and blasting exposure
• Minimum 5 years in a supervisory or management capacity
• Proven experience managing contractors in mining operations
• Strong safety awareness and operational planning capability

Benefits and Contractual information:

• Proof of residence may be required as part of the selection process
• Medical, psychometric, and security clearance required prior to appointment

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Mbali-Entle Radebe

Executive Recruiter

CA Mining

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