Job Title: Magazine Master – Permanent

Location: BME Mamatwan, Northern Cape, South Africa

Business Unit: Southern Africa Operations

Reports To: Operations Manager

About Us

BME, a global leader within the Omnia Group, provides innovative blasting solutions that support safe, efficient, and sustainable mining operations. With decades of industry experience, we combine advanced technology, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of mining challenges to deliver measurable performance improvements. At BME, we are committed to excellence in safety, operational performance, and customer partnership. We are looking for individuals who are driven by innovation and eager to contribute to cutting-edge solutions in the mining industry.

As part of the Omnia Group, our people form part of an interconnected global, forward-thinking team that values impact, contribution and expertise. We are committed to investing in each person's growth through world-class exposure, cutting-edge innovations, and opportunities for professional development. Our values-driven culture is built on respect, a commitment to excellence, and doing the right thing. At Omnia, innovation meets purpose, creating an environment where your contributions can shape meaningful solutions for today and tomorrow.

Operating in 26 countries and distributing to over 40, we provide essential products and services across agriculture, mining, and chemicals. We are driven by a shared commitment to enhancing lives, empowering communities, and creating a greener, more sustainable future. Whether enabling food security by improving agricultural yields, driving economic growth with safer and more efficient mining solutions, or supporting industrial progress with environmentally responsible chemicals, our work impacts industries, transforms communities, and builds a healthier planet.

Together, we are creating solutions that enhance life, empower progress, and shape a greener future for generations to come.

Why This Role Matters (Purpose):

The purpose of this role is to administer and safeguard the stocks in the magazine as per legal and client requirements. Delivery of explosives to the blasting face and the checks of all old explosive's boxes on a daily basis and to assist the blaster with the preparation of blast blocks.

What You Will Be Responsible For: 

• Receives finished blasting accessories / explosives from the plant as well as other orders placed by the Explosives Coordinator.
• Ensures that explosives are off-loaded and packed in the magazine in an orderly, secure and safe manner.
• Checks received blasting accessories / explosives against the delivery note and signs it.
• Books the newly arrived load into the Register Book.
• Verifies the physical delivery with the driver.
• Informs the Explosives Coordinator for further action when discrepancies are detected.
• Receives Schedule of Orders from the Scheduling Coordinator.
• Checks that the Continuous Transport Permit (CTP) corresponds to the order.
• Completes the pre-issue checklist to make sure that the vehicle and driver comply with all prescriptions, prior to loading of the order.
• Requests the driver to rectify the matter or otherwise contacts the Explosives Coordinator for higher level action in the event of non-compliance.
• Signs and files the checklist in the event of compliance.
• Ensures that the order is moved from the magazine, loaded and stacked on to the accessories transport vehicle in and orderly and safe manner.
• Makes out a Delivery Note / Requisition for the order and hands over a copy to the driver and a copy to the Administrator. 

What You Will Bring:

Qualifications:

• Certified as Magazine Master with CIE
• Ms Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Email)
• Blasting Assistant Certificate (MQA)
• Competent A Certificate – MQA (Desirable)

Experience:

• 2 years blasting assistant experience
• Supervisory experience
• Transportation and storage of blasting accessories / explosives
• Drivers Licence for applicable explosives vehicle
• Valid Police Clearance certificate 

Key Competencies:

• Business Acumen
• Conflict Management
• Customer Focus
• Timely Decision Making
• Functional Technical Skills
• Developing Direct Reports and Others
• Innovation Management
• Meeting Deadlines
• Motivating Others
• Problem Solving
• Drive for Results

Why Join Omnia

Join an organisation where innovation, sustainability and purpose come together. Shape Health, Safety and Security strategy across a leading international business while contributing to a greener future.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Omnia is committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.

Thank You for Your Interest

Thank you for your interest in joining Omnia. Every application is carefully reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. While only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, we truly appreciate the time you've taken to apply and encourage you to keep an eye on future opportunities with us.