Blaster

Key Responsibilities Blasting Operations

• Plan and execute day-to-day blasting activities as per approved mine plans.
• Prepare blasting patterns, burden, spacing, stemming, and charging parameters.
• Ensure optimum blast design for better fragmentation and productivity.
• Supervise drilling and charging activities before blasting.
• Conduct pre-blast and post-blast inspections.

Explosive Management

• Ensure safe handling, storage, transportation, and usage of explosives.
• Coordinate with Magazine Incharge for explosive inventory management.
• Maintain records of explosive receipt, issue, consumption, and balance.
• Ensure compliance with the Explosives Rules and DGMS guidelines.

Safety & Compliance

• Implement all statutory requirements related to blasting operations.
• Ensure blasting zones are cleared before firing blasts.
• Conduct risk assessments and toolbox talks before blasting activities.
• Investigate and report misfires, fly rocks, vibration issues, and other blasting-related incidents.
• Ensure compliance with DGMS, Mines Act, and Metalliferous Mines Regulations.

Monitoring & Optimization

• Monitor blast performance and fragmentation results.
• Analyze powder factor, drilling accuracy, and blast outcomes.
• Recommend improvements to reduce drilling and blasting costs.
• Coordinate with mine production and excavation teams for smooth operations.

Team Management

• Guide and supervise blasters, drill operators, and mining crews.
• Conduct training programs on blasting safety and best practices.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs and safety procedures by all team members.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain daily blasting reports and statutory records.
• Prepare monthly explosive consumption reports.
• Keep records of blast designs, vibration monitoring, and compliance reports.
• Support audits and inspections conducted by DGMS and internal stakeholders.

Educational Qualification:

• Diploma / B.Tech / B.E. in Mining Engineering.
• DGMS Blaster Certificate or relevant statutory competency certification preferred.

Experience

5 to 12 years of experience in drilling and blasting operations in open-cast metal mines.