Mines Blaster
About this role
Key Responsibilities Blasting Operations
- Plan and execute day-to-day blasting activities as per approved mine plans.
- Prepare blasting patterns, burden, spacing, stemming, and charging parameters.
- Ensure optimum blast design for better fragmentation and productivity.
- Supervise drilling and charging activities before blasting.
- Conduct pre-blast and post-blast inspections.
- Ensure safe handling, storage, transportation, and usage of explosives.
- Coordinate with Magazine Incharge for explosive inventory management.
- Maintain records of explosive receipt, issue, consumption, and balance.
- Ensure compliance with the Explosives Rules and DGMS guidelines.
- Implement all statutory requirements related to blasting operations.
- Ensure blasting zones are cleared before firing blasts.
- Conduct risk assessments and toolbox talks before blasting activities.
- Investigate and report misfires, fly rocks, vibration issues, and other blasting-related incidents.
- Ensure compliance with DGMS, Mines Act, and Metalliferous Mines Regulations.
- Monitor blast performance and fragmentation results.
- Analyze powder factor, drilling accuracy, and blast outcomes.
- Recommend improvements to reduce drilling and blasting costs.
- Coordinate with mine production and excavation teams for smooth operations.
- Guide and supervise blasters, drill operators, and mining crews.
- Conduct training programs on blasting safety and best practices.
- Ensure adherence to SOPs and safety procedures by all team members.
- Maintain daily blasting reports and statutory records.
- Prepare monthly explosive consumption reports.
- Keep records of blast designs, vibration monitoring, and compliance reports.
- Support audits and inspections conducted by DGMS and internal stakeholders.
Educational Qualification:
- Diploma / B.Tech / B.E. in Mining Engineering.
- DGMS Blaster Certificate or relevant statutory competency certification preferred.
5 to 12 years of experience in drilling and blasting operations in open-cast metal mines.
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This Mines Blaster role at Adani is based in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This Mines Blaster position at Adani was posted on Sep 22, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Mines Blaster
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