Blasting Engineer / Shot Firer

We are Hiring Blasting Engineer / Shot Firer
Location: Tamnar, near Raigarh, Chhattisgarh
Key Responsibilities:
Drilling & Blasting Operations

• Plan and supervise drilling and blasting activities in coordination with mine planning engineers.
• Design blast patterns based on strata, bench height, burden, spacing, and fragmentation needs.
• Ensure safe charging, stemming, and execution of blasts as per standard operating procedures.
• Monitor and control vibration, fly rock, and air overpressure.
• Supervise explosive storage, transportation, and usage as per statutory norms.

Explosive Management & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of explosives, detonators, and blasting accessories.
• Oversee operation and security of licensed explosive magazines.
• Prepare statutory reports including Daily Blasting Reports, Consumption Registers, and Misfire Logs.
• Submit reports to Mines Manager, Safety Officer, and DGMS as required.

Safety Management

• Implement and monitor all blasting time signals (Warning, Blasting, All-Clear).
• Establish safety exclusion zones and ensure PPE compliance during blasting.
• Investigate misfires in line with CMR 2017 and DGMS guidelines.
• Conduct toolbox talks, safety drills, and training for drilling and blasting teams.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure adherence to Coal Mines Regulations, 2017 (Reg. 95–108), Explosives Act, 1884, and DGMS circulars.
• Support statutory inspections, safety audits, and compliance reviews.

Performance & Optimization

• Analyze post-blast results to evaluate fragmentation, throw, and muck pile formation.
• Recommend improvements in blast design for higher efficiency and safety.
• Collaborate with geologists and mine planners for strata-based design adjustments.

Qualifications & Skills

• Valid Blaster’s Certificate of Competency (Coal) issued by DGMS (Mandatory).
• 5–8 years of hands-on experience in coal mine drilling and blasting operations.
• Strong knowledge of CMR 2017, DGMS guidelines, and Explosives Act.
• Excellent documentation, safety awareness, and communication skills.
• Proficient in modern blasting tools, detonators, and safety technologies.
• Leadership ability to guide teams in safe and efficient blasting practices.

Work Environment

• Full-time, on-site position involving both office and field supervision.
• Requires close coordination with mine planning, safety, and operations teams.
• High focus on safety, compliance, and real-time field monitoring.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹1,700,000.00 - ₹2,000,000.00 per year