Mine Captain – Drill & Blast

WE ARE HIRING! MINE CAPTAIN – DRILL & BLAST Location: Maamba, Sinazongwe District, Southern Province Key Responsibilities Coordinate blast preparation, drilling readiness, charging, stemming, tie-in, guarding, clearance and post-blast release. Ensure blast areas comply with approved designs and drilling patterns before execution. Enforce explosives controls, exclusion zones, risk assessments and statutory requirements. Stop and escalate unsafe work, unauthorised access, misfires and design deviations. Coordinate blast schedules and area release to minimise production delays. Coordinate drilling and blasting contractors and blast-support crews. Prepare blast readiness, execution, delay and handover reports. Required Qualifications Grade 12 Certificate. Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering, Mine Planning, Geology or a related discipline is preferred. Valid Blasting License. Registered and paid-up member of EIZ/ERB. A valid driver’s license is preferred. Experience Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in open-pit mining operations, with strong exposure to drill-and-blast execution. 2–3 years’ experience coordinating drill-and-blast crews, contractors or shift teams. Practical experience in blast preparation, exclusion-zone control and post-blast inspection. Experience in coal mining, bulk commodity or open-cast operations is advantageous. Sharing is Caring! Click on the Icons Below and Share