Blastman – Explosives Specialist

About the role

The Blastman is responsible for accurate bookkeeping of all explosive transactions in the magazine and ensuring compliance with mining regulations. The role supports safe handling, usage, and stock control of explosives at the Obuasi Gold Mine.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct critical controls review for explosives‑related activities and participate in supervisor workplace visits and inspections.
• Maintain explosives reporting requirements, keep the Explosive Logbook up to date, and ensure magazine stocks comply with regulations.
• Assess risks for all tasks, report incidents, and ensure corrective actions are completed on time.
• Promote zero incidents and injuries, achieve 100% compliance with OHS KPIs, and support environmental management requirements.

Required profile

• SSCE and a Certificate of competency in Blasting.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in underground mining operations.
• Ability to assess risks, identify hazards, and act on corrective actions.

Required skills

• Knowledge of explosives handling, usage, stock control and transaction recording.
• Ability to maintain accurate explosives records in the Explosive Logbook.
• Understanding of mining regulations, environmental rules and operating procedures related to explosives.