{"id":37329,"date":"2026-06-09T14:02:52","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T14:02:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/operator-explosives-truck-precision-farming-specialist-head-of-research-development-agriculture\/"},"modified":"2026-06-09T14:03:57","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T14:03:57","slug":"operator-explosives-truck-precision-farming-specialist-head-of-research-development-agriculture","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/operator-explosives-truck-precision-farming-specialist-head-of-research-development-agriculture\/","title":{"rendered":"Operator (Explosives Truck) \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Precision Farming Specialist \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Head of Research &amp; Development \u2013 Agriculture \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Finance Manager: Supply Chain and Operations \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Operator 1"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Overview\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tThe purpose of this role is to load blast holes with explosive products using a mixer-placer truck in accordance with BME standards, and to be responsible for truck inspection and maintenance.<\/p>\n<p>Qualifications\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tGrade 12 (Mathematics)<br \/>\n\tEC License \u2013 Code 14 (EC)<br \/>\n\tDangerous Goods and Passengers permit (DGP<\/p>\n<p>Experience\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\t3 years Truck Driving experience (preferably in mining environment)<br \/>\n\t5 years\u2019 experience in driving heavy duty vehicles (EC)<\/p>\n<p>Duties\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tEnsures that all SHERQ requirements are met<br \/>\n\tReceives the charging instruction from the Blaster<br \/>\n\tCarries out an inspection of all the holes and measures and records them to ensure that they are drilled to the correct depth<br \/>\n\tReports any out of spec holes to blaster<br \/>\n\tPerforms calculations to determine the correct mass of product to be loaded in each hole and reports any discrepancies to with the Foreman<br \/>\n\tInspects all the pumps and settings prior to commencing with the pumping process<br \/>\n\tTakes a sample of the product and then analyses it to assess the product density prior to commencing the charging process<br \/>\n\tReports any out of spec analyses to the Foreman and will only start the pumping when completely satisfied with the product quality<br \/>\n\tReports any out of spec settings or equipment to the Foreman and will only start the pumping when completely satisfied with the mechanics of the process<br \/>\n\tEngages the pumping process and loading the holes according to the design specs while ensuring all prescribed SHERQ requirements are met<br \/>\n\tTakes a sample of the product as per BME standards, and\/or customer requirements, to ensure that the product quality remains within spec and records it on the sheet provided<br \/>\n\tPerforms general administrative duties such as correct completion of loading sheets, pre-use checklists, as per BME standards<br \/>\n\tComplete grease schedules, calibrations and truck performance<br \/>\n\tSupervises the work of the Truck Assistant<br \/>\n\tMake ensure holes being charged are correct before charging \u2013 this will be applicable based on contract that signed between BME client<\/p>\n<p>Job Competencies\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\tNumerical skills<br \/>\n\tAttention to detail<br \/>\n\tStrong communication\/interpersonal skills<br \/>\n\tReport-writing abilities<\/p>\n<p>Deadline:11th June,2026<\/p>\n<p>go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"","_company_name":"Omnia (Pty) LTD","_company_website":"http:\/\/N%20\/%20A","_company_tagline":"Omnia is a diversified Group that conducts research and development, manufactures and supplies chemicals and specialised services and solutions for the agriculture, mining and chemicals application industries. Differentiation is ensured by using innovation combined with intellectual capital, wher... read moreeby Omnia adds value for customers at various stages of the supply and service chain. Our customer solutions promote the responsible handling and use of chemicals for health, safety and a lower environmental impact, with a progressive shift towards cleaner technologies. Not only does the Group try to limit the consumption of materials and resources used in its manufacturing processes, but it also works to continuously create value through its products. Omnia\u2019s intellectual capital, relationships and technology enable the production of differentiated products, services and customer-focused solutions across the value chain \u2013 all of which are expected to meet the customers\u2019 evolving needs well into the future. The Group remains focused on critical issues such as securing a healthy and adequate food supply for a growing population, effecting a lower impact on the environment and ensuring safer operations for Omnia\u2019s employees and customers. The sustainability of Omnia\u2019s business model is strengthened by targeted backward integration through the installation of technologically advanced plants that manufacture core materials such as nitric acid and explosive emulsions. Also, with securing alternative sources of supply, it enables Omnia to improve operational efficiencies throughout the product development and production cycle. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, with operations in 25 countries, Omnia has more than six decades\u2019 experience in the business. Additionally, Omnia continues to grow its global footprint, with businesses in Australasia and Brazil, and clients in other regions such as North America and Canada. 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In doing so, Omnia aims to increase the performance of customers while reducing their risk, and at the same time focusing on health, safety and a lower environmental impact.","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job_listing_region":[21],"job-types":[12],"class_list":{"0":"post-37329","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-publish","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_region-north-west","7":"job-type-full-time"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/37329","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=37329"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_region","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_region?post=37329"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=37329"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}