Franco Van der Merwe
BLASTER / FOREMAN
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About
Dedicated and safety-conscious Blaster and Foreman with over 10 years of comprehensive experience in the mining industry. Proven track record in blasting operations, magazine management, and team leadership across multiple mining environments. Strong knowledge of explosives handling, blast design, and regulatory compliance. Committed to zero harm, operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Experience
Blaster / Foreman - AFRIMAT (JENKINS MINE)
(2026-03)
Responsible for all blasting operations, team supervision, planning, and ensuring safe and efficient execution of blasts.
Own Livestock Business - SELF EMPLOYED
(2026-01 - 2026-02)
Blaster – Tshipi Mine - BME EXPLOSIVES
(2025-10 - 2025-12)
Magazine Master – Tshipi Mine - BME EXPLOSIVES
(2024-01 - 2025-12)
Assisting with blasting operations.
Blaster – Mamatwan Mine - BME EXPLOSIVES
(2022-01 - 2024-12)
Acted as Foreman for 6 months.
Magazine Master – Middelplaas - BME EXPLOSIVES
(2019-01 - 2022-12)
Store Supervisor - ICC SUPERMARKET
(2016-04 - 2019-06)
Magazine Master – Blackrock Mine - BME EXPLOSIVES
(2015-01 - 2016-12)
Magazine Master – Tshipi Mine - BME EXPLOSIVES
(2015-01 - 2015-12)
MMU Operator – Mamatwan / Tshipi Mine - BME EXPLOSIVES
(2014-01 - 2015-12)
Blasting Assistant – Mamatwan Mine - BME EXPLOSIVES
(2013-01 - 2014-12)
Truck & Dumper Operator – Kudumane Mine - ORYX PLANT
(2012-01)
Education
Secondary Qualifications - High School Kalahari (2011)
