Mine Coordinator, Blasting

At First Quantum, we free the talent of our people by taking a very different approach which is underpinned by a very different, very definite culture – the “First Quantum Way”.

Working with us is not like working anywhere else, which is why we recruit people who will take a bolder, smarter approach to spot opportunities, solve problems and deliver results.

Our culture is all about encouraging you to think independently and to challenge convention to deliver the best result. That’s how we continue to achieve extraordinary things in extraordinary locations.

Job description:

Overall Role Purpose

The position exists to supervisor and coordinate Mine supervisors and to be in charge of all Blasting operations. The role also exists to provide technical guidance to employees on Blasting and drilling related matters in order to ensure that the blasting works are planned and completed on schedule in line with quality and safety standards

Core Specific Responsibilities & Expected Deliverables 

Responsible to supervise day-to-day blasting operations, providing guidance to Mine supervisor.
Encouraging teamwork, facilitating related professional work processes and resolving any escalated onsite issues to ensure that work is correctly prioritized and completed.
 Monitor the explosive contractor in making sure Quality is followed in executing day-to-day work and ensure cost optimisation.
Monitoring and verifying Contractors Quotes and Invoices.
Responsible for compiling reports on Blasting and filing Blasting Data.
Complying to the work package, schedule and budget.
Reconcile Explosive Usage against Planned to minimise cost.
 Managing the Blasting KPI’s for the blasting team
To ensure that all work within the operation is carried out in an efficient manner which is consistent with operating policies and procedures.
Provide on-the-job training and constructive feedback to Subordinates to support their overall development.
Provide technical advice to employees on blasting matters to support them in the achievement of their jobs and to internal departments.
To provide with feedback and recommendations for future improvement based on technical issues faced in blasting.
Ensure compliance with all relevant quality, health, safety and environment management procedures, standards, controls and systems across blasting. Including applicable explosives in mining regulations.
Responsible for making sure the Log book appointments are as per regulations and to ensure compliance
Any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

Behavioral Traits / Personal Characteristics

Detail Orientation
Problem Solving
Disciplined
Quality Driven
Excellent communication and problem solving skills
Must be willing to work in any shift assign to.
Ability to multi-task.
Must be an active listener and a good team player
Ability to make precise judgment and decisions
Must be able to effectively manage time
Must be smart and self-driven

Qualifications & Experience

Full Grade 12 Certificate
Bachelor’s degree in mining Engineering/equivalent
Electronic initiating systems certificate.
Blasting License
Valid Zambian driver’s license
Must be Computer Literate
Be conversant with applicable Sleeving Methods
Demonstrate working knowledge of Axxis Electronics
Must possess knowledge of working with Xplo loggers and Blast IQ
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Accident / Incident Investigation expertise.
Excellent safety, people and performance management
All certificates must be certified by ZAQA