Underground Blastman / Charge Up Operator (Production) - Underground Mining Alliance



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Underground Mining Alliance Ltd. (“UMA”) is a Joint Venture between African Underground Mining Services Limited (AUMS) and Rocksure International carrying out underground development and production works for the AngloGold Ashanti (Obuasi) Mine. 

Job Description

UMA is seeking to employ qualified and experienced persons to fill the following positions: Underground Blastman /Charge Up Operator (Production). These are Obuasi based on Fixed Term positions with a competitive work roster at its operations in Obuasi. The remuneration package includes attractive salary and performance-based incentive payments for the right candidates.


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The positions will provide you with an excellent opportunity to further develop your career in underground mechanised mining while working alongside experienced industry professionals in a safe, dynamic and outcome focused environment. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Use of a variety of explosives and initiating systems, depending on drill pattern, rock type and hole dimension;
  • Handle and transport explosive material in a safe manner according to procedures
  • Charge up and fire production headings or stopes; 
  • Ensure that all statutory requirements associated with the mining operation are completed in compliance with the Mining Act and related regulations of the Republic of Ghana;
  • Ensure working area is safe for personnel and equipment to perform duties;
  • Liaise with Geologist, Engineers and Shift Supervisors to optimize blast designs;
  • Prepping Stope Blast Holes and produce an accurate Stope Prep plan;
  • Demonstrate full understanding of Charge Plans and Charge Stopes according to plan


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Required Skills or Experience

  • Minimum of five (5) years experience in Production charging;
  • Experience with ICON Charging and Logging
  • Experience charging with both Emulsion and Ammonium Nitrate Fuel Oil (Anfo)
  • Demonstrate understanding and ability to conduct density testing of emulsion
  • Experience in operating a Norment Charmec LC 605 charging unit is an added advantage;
  • Sound mechanical knowledge of both the Normet and Hypercharge Unit is added advantage;
  • Must possess valid Ghanaian driving and operating licenses (C & E Classes) and can drive underground.
  • Must be conversant with the Mining Act and related regulations of the Republic of Ghana.
  • Previous experience working in Hard Rock Underground Mines (with International Underground Mining experience);
  • Must possess Equipment Operator’s certification from the Minerals Commission
  • Flexible and willing to assist with varied tasks and responsibilities
  • Previously employed in an underground charge-up role
  • A strong focus on safety and hazard identification;
  • Must demonstrate strong work ethics and be able to communicate courteously with co-workers.


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