REPORTING STRUCTURE

Reports to: Mine Shift Team Leader

THE ROLE

The purpose of this job is to operate the Grader, thus optimizing safe extraction of ore and waste at the Nyrstar Tennessee Mine operation. A grader, also commonly referred to as a blade or a motor grader is an engineering vehicle with a large blade used to create a flat surface. The Grader Operator uses the Grader for road maintenance to optimize ore haulage throughout the mine.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES/TASKS:

• Conducts pre-shift check of equipment
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on the machine
• Conducts workplace inspections throughout the shift
• Plans and conducts road maintenance(and water drainage)
• Assess surface conditions and grade site to achieve suitable hauling surface
• Conducts housekeeping activities

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Safety, Health, Environment and Community

• Promote and demonstrate safe behavior at all times
• Comply with the site's standards and procedures in SHEC(Know MSHA requirements)
• Demonstrate effective performance in achieving agreed SHEC goals in support of the department, site and company standards
• Demonstrates leadership in SHEC through personal behaviors and conversations, and report all SHEC incidents and participate in SHEC initiatives, reviews and investigations
• Take responsibility for the safety of all personnel, including yourself, at Nyrstar Tennessee Mines
• Wears proper PPE at all times

Operations

• Understand how to run a grader
• Able to perform pre-shift check and lubrication on grader,
• Understands basic principles of drainage
• Able to safely maintain roadways and ditch lines
• Demonstrate the ability to float the grader to create/maintain a level surface.

People and Organization

• Attend work in an punctual manner, fit for work, and that correct procedures are followed in cases where absences from work may occur
• Maintain a sound relationship with Mine Shift Team Leader, coworkers, and other departments while working together

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Preferred 3-5 years experience in mining
• Experience in construction and/or using heavy equipment
• Preferred knowledge of mining regulation and statutory responsibilities

COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrated competence in coaching, mentoring and providing feedback to team members
• Good time management and prioritization skills
• Performs practical and manual activities
• Has an aptitude for mechanics and is able to handle machinery
• Is physically fit
• Is able to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Is willing to work in remote areas under difficult conditions
• Has good organizational skills
• Is able to record details accurately
• Has a knowledge of underground mining principles

This is a non-management position
This is a full time position