Blasting Superintendent – Beifang Mining Technology Services

Mining
Swakopmund
August 2, 2026
Full Time Contract

Job Description

Number of positions: (1) | Internal / External
Division: Mining (Rössing Site)

Purpose of the Job

To lead and manage all blasting activities to ensure safe, efficient and cost-effective operations. The role is responsible for planning and scheduling blasting activities, leading operational teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards and driving continuous improvement to achieve production objectives.

Key Performance Areas

  • Lead and manage all blasting operations to achieve production targets.
  • Develop and implement blast plans, schedules and operational strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
  • Manage blasting resources, operational budgets and equipment utilisation.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to drilling and blasting teams.
  • Lead, coach and develop supervisors and operational personnel.
  • Monitor operational performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Prepare operational reports and ensure effective communication with management.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications:

  • B.Sc. Degree or equivalent qualification in Mining Engineering or a related field
  • Valid Open Pit Blasting Certificate
  • Valid Code B Driver’s Licence

Experience:

  • Minimum of 5 to 10 years’ experience in open pit mining operations
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in blasting operations
  • Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory or leadership experience
  • Experience in short-term mine planning will be an added advantage

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of blast planning and execution
  • Excellent planning, organisational and budgeting skills
  • Strong leadership, coaching and people management abilities
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Sound understanding of mining safety standards and operational best practices
  • Ability to drive operational performance and continuous improvement

How to Apply

If you are interested and meet the qualifications, please submit your CV along with any relevant, recently certified documents in person to: Office No. 1, Beifang Mining Technology Services, Swakopmund (located at the corner of Tobias Hainyeko Street and Anton Lubowski Street).

Alternatively, you can email your application to [email protected], clearly indicating the position you are applying for.

@ Beifang Mining Technology Services (Namibia) (Pty) Ltd (BMTS)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, 10 August 2026 @10h00

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