Operator Drill Rig - South32, Wessels Mine
- Employer
- South32
- Location
- Hotazel, Northern Cape, South Africa
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Dec 2, 2022
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- Category
- Machinery Operators, Mining Production, Trade & Skilled
- Work Term
- Permanent
- Work Load
- Full Time
- Language
- English
Job Details
- The purpose of the role is to safely drill blast holes by means of a Drill Rigg.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Serious contenders will have Grade10 for internal candidates only and Grade12 with mathematics for external employees together with 5 years relevant working experience in a mining environment;
- Epiroc S2 Boomer Drill Advanced Training certificate is essential;
- Valid Code B/EB drivers Licence is essential;
- Competency A Certificate is advantageous.
CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Perform asset care activities as required to the S2 Drill including accurate and timeous feedback and documentation to all stakeholders;
- Complete prestart inspection checklists for the S2 Drill, tools, other equipment, and work areas. Verify lubrication system. Complete and sign prestart checklist;
- Report problems and make recommendations to Supervisors;
- Report to control room and charge hand on any breakdowns or planned or unplanned standing times;
- Report to the control room the start and end of shift, engine and procession hours and power pack;
- Complete and submit operators report to the control room;
- Set-up, navigate and operate the S2 Drill in accordance with the drill plan;
- Follow end of shift park procedure;
- Lubricate grease points and clean feed rails;
- Repair and report immediate breakdowns;
- Transport the machine to the workshop for major breakdowns and schedule maintenance;
- Obtain information, check for accuracy, and capture data;
- File documents per procedure.
Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference nr at our website http://careers.south32.net
(Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups)
Applications 2 December 2022 at 17H00.
South32 has an overriding commitment to safety and environmental responsibility
Company
South32 is a globally diversified mining and metals company. Our purpose is to make a difference by developing natural resources, improving people’s lives now and for generations to come.
Our commodities can be found in nearly every aspect of our lives. They power our homes, start our cars, build our roads, bridges, skyscrapers and hospitals and even make our coins and jewelry.
We invest in exploration activities inside and outside of our portfolio, helping us to keep growing and diversifying. Our exploration activities are carefully selected to have a high chance of success and are spread around the world, including places we have not operated in before.
We attract people with exceptional skills, who share our values and want to make a difference with the work they do. As part of our team, you will be brave enough to challenge yourself to be the best in what you do. We will help you stretch your capabilities, challenging you to constantly seek better ways to do things and taking advantage of every opportunity to let your career flourish.
- Website
- http://www.south32.net/
- Mini-site
- South32
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