South Africa Job Openings
De Beers Group of Companies
Training Officer Blasting
Kathu
FULL TIME
November 7, 2024
Company Description
-We have an exciting position for a Training Officer Blasting to conduct training and assessments for learners on blasting techniques.
Be part of the team.
The team that makes it happen.
Kumba Iron Ore
We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.
Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.
-We have an exciting position for a Training Officer Blasting to conduct training and assessments for learners on blasting techniques.
Be part of the team.
The team that makes it happen.
Kumba Iron Ore
We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.
Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible.
Job Description
-As Training Officer Blasting you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
-As Training Officer Blasting you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Consistently apply Safety and Health principles in all learner interactions and take personal responsibility for the safety of self and learners to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.
- Collect and summarise the specific risks within the working area and implement plans/systems to avoid these risks.
- Manage Safety and Health systems within the work area.
- Support site visits by internal and external visitors to ensure adherence to site safety systems (including induction).
- Provide legal authorisation training activities during scheduled weekly training shifts related to authorisation to work procedures, SOPs, and simulation (where available) and any required learning intervention as per plan and schedule.
- Design, develop, and maintain training matrixes, materials, programs, and assessments to deliver practical training.
- Conduct practical and theoretical training sessions to equip learners with the necessary skills and knowledge.
- Assess learners against Legal Authorisation standards and processes to evaluate competency levels.
- Monitor and evaluate learners' progress according to NQF standards and draft progress reports to track their development.
- Prepare learners for assessments, ensuring they meet the required unit standard/s or learning outcome/s.
- Maintain learners' portfolios as the SAQA requires Kumba to record their training progress and achievements accurately.
- Control and maintain the administration of training documents to ensure that all records are up-to-date and easily accessible.
- Conduct need/skills assessments to determine learners' training needs and address gaps in their knowledge or skills.
- Monitor learners' performance and application of procedures to ensure they adhere to safety rules and apply the correct procedures.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with the company's SHE objectives by requiring learners to adhere to and apply safety rules while completing their training.
- Stay updated with the latest developments in your expertise and maintain close contact with the mine's relevant discipline managers/supervisors.
Qualifications
Experience
- -Grade 12
- Relevant ETDP Qualification/Certificate on NQF5
- Approved Blasting Certificate (DMRE)
- MQA Rock breaking qualification will be advantageous
- Competent A
- Assessor registration with MQA SA Drivers Licence
Experience
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in a mining operational environment in blasting.
- Experience in MQA Trade Certificate training relevant to the position.
- Understand adult learning principles and methodologies.
- Knowledge of training needs analysis, curriculum development, and instructional design.
- Ability to identify hazards related to blasting operations and implement risk mitigation strategies.
- Knowledge of emergency response procedures and incident investigation techniques.
- Familiarity with project and resource management tools and techniques.
- Familiarity with South African mining laws, including the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), relevant regulations, safety standards and best practices in the mining industry.
- In-depth understanding of various blasting techniques, including controlled and bench.
- Knowledge of explosives, their properties, and handling procedures.
- Awareness of the environmental impact of blasting activities and measures to minimise adverse effects.
Additional Information
-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.
Who we are?
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.
As a responsible miner – of diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, coal and nickel – we are the custodians of what are precious natural resources. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.
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
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.
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-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.
Who we are?
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.
As a responsible miner – of diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore, coal and nickel – we are the custodians of what are precious natural resources. We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people’s lives.
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
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.
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