An exciting opportunity exists with our global mining client for an experienced Magazine Master based in Limpopo . The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the legal receipt, storage, issuance, and destruction of explosives and accessories in an underground magazine. The primary goal is to ensure 100% compliance with South African statutory requirements while maintaining an uninterrupted supply of blasting materials for production. Minimum Requirements Must possess a valid Blasting Certificate or a Competent Person A (Explosives) Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in an underground mining environment, specifically handling explosives. Thorough understanding of Chapter 4 of the MHSA Regulations regarding explosives. Must have a clean criminal record (required for SAPS clearance to handle explosives). Must be able to obtain a Certificate of Fitness (Red Ticket) for underground work. Key Responsibilities Legal Compliance: Maintain the underground magazine in strict accordance with the Explosives Act (Act 26 of 1956) and the Mine Health and Safety Act (Act 29 of 1996). Inventory Management: Accurately record the receipt and issue of all explosives, detonators, and blasting accessories. Perform daily stock reconciliations. Security & Access Control: Ensure the magazine remains locked and secure at all times. Only authorized, "competent" persons as per the MHSA are permitted to receive explosives. Safety Inspections: Conduct daily inspections of the magazine area to check for dampness, fire hazards, ventilation, and structural integrity. Returns Management: Process "returns" of unused explosives from the end of shifts, ensuring they are properly documented and re-stowed. Reporting: Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly consumption reports for management and the SAPS (South African Police Service) Explosives Inspectorate when required. Housekeeping: Ensure the "no-smoking" and "no-fire" zones are strictly enforced and that the magazine is free of debris and empty packaging. Technical Competencies Stock Control: Ability to use digital or manual ledgers (e.g., SAP or physical logbooks) for tracking batch numbers and expiry dates. Risk Assessment: Identifying hazards related to static electricity, stray currents, and sympathetic detonation. Communication: Proficiency in English (and ideally a local language like isiZulu or Sesotho) to communicate with blasting crews. Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities surrounding the mine. Applications are only open to South African Citizens and Permanent RSA Residents. #J-18808-Ljbffr