Drilling & Blasting Supervisor (2 Positions) at Fema Mining and Drilling Tanzania

Fema Mining and Drilling Limited seeks an experienced Drilling and Blasting Supervisor to oversee all drilling and blasting operations at our Katoro-Geita site. The successful candidate will ensure safe, efficient, and regulatory-compliant rock fragmentation to support our mining objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Excellence

• Plan, supervise, and execute drilling and blasting activities in alignment with project specifications.
• Ensure accurate blast hole drilling (depth, spacing, alignment) using modern drilling equipment.
• Oversee explosive loading, initiation systems, and blast execution to optimize fragmentation and minimize environmental impact.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Enforce strict compliance with Tanzanian mining laws, including the Explosives Act and OSHA Tanzania safety standards.
• Conduct pre-blast risk assessments, secure blast permits, and implement safety zones.
• Train teams on safe handling/storage of explosives (ANFO, emulsions, detonators).

Team Leadership

• Supervise drilling/blasting crews and subcontractors, ensuring adherence to SOPs.
• Provide hands-on training for new personnel on equipment (e.g., rotary drills, DTH rigs) and blast design.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain detailed records of blast designs, explosive usage, and post-blast evaluations.
• Submit daily/weekly reports to the Project Supervisor on progress, challenges, and corrective actions.

Equipment & Inventory

• Monitor maintenance of drilling rigs and blast initiation tools.
• Manage explosive inventory and coordinate with suppliers for timely replenishment.

Qualifications & Competencies

Certifications:

• Valid Tanzanian Blasting License (issued by Explosives Regulatory Authority).
• OSHA or equivalent safety certification.
• Must be a driller of variety drilling rigs ( DP 1100, Epiroc range, DP1100i e.t.c)
• Must have worked as a drilling supervisor at least  one year
• Driller trainer previous experience will be added advantage

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years in drilling/blasting, preferably in gold mining (open-pit or underground).

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in blast design software (e.g., ShotPlus).
• Familiarity with GPS-guided drilling systems.

Language:

• Fluency in English and Swahili.

Working Conditions

• Rostered shifts (may include nights/weekends).
• Site-based at Katoro-Geita with exposure to dust, noise, and outdoor weather.

Performance Metrics

• Safety: Zero reportable incidents.
• Efficiency: 95% adherence to blast design outcomes.
• Cost Control: Minimize explosive waste and equipment downtime.