▲6%
R299,294
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 3.75
MEDIAN
ZAR 299k
90%
ZAR 439k
The average salary for a Blaster is R299,294 in 2025
Base Salary
R4 - R439k
Bonus
R503 - R149k
Profit Sharing
R3k - R25k
Commission
R0 - R31k
Total Pay
R71k - R435k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Blasters?
▲15%
What Do Blasters Do?
Blaster Tasks
- Detonate explosives to destroy structures and loosen and move heavy materials.
- Keep records of blasts and an inventory of explosives and blast devices.
- Operate supplemental power equipment, such as drills and jackhammers.
- Insert explosives manually into intended area of demolition.
- Calculate amount and type of explosive, blast pattern, and blast intensity to employ based on structure analysis.
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Common Health Benefits for a Blaster
Medical
63%
None
38%
Gender Breakdown for Blasters
Male
83.3%
Female
16.7%
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FAQs About Blasters
What is the highest pay for Blasters?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Blaster is ZAR 439k / year
What is the lowest pay for Blasters?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Blaster is ZAR 3.75 / year
How can Blasters increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Blaster is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Blaster that oversees more junior Blasters, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.