HI-UB Truck Operator (Mining) at Marvel Placement Consultant

HI-UB Truck Operator (Mining)

• The HI-UB Truck Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a HI-UB truck to transport personnel, equipment, materials, and supplies across the mining operation.
• The incumbent must ensure compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), company procedures, and operational requirements while maintaining high standards of safety, productivity, and equipment care.
• Duties are similar to those of heavy vehicle and mine haulage operators, with an emphasis on safe operation, pre-use inspections, and adherence to mine traffic procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent.
• Valid Code 14 (EC) driver's licence with a valid PrDP.
• Valid HI-UB Truck Operator Certificate/Licence.
• Minimum 2–3 years' experience operating a HI-UB truck within a mining or heavy industrial environment.
• Medically fit and able to obtain a Certificate of Fitness.
• Knowledge of Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) regulations.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, public holidays, and overtime as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the HI-UB truck safely in accordance with company procedures and mine traffic rules.
• Transport mining equipment, materials, consumables, tools, and personnel to designated areas.
• Conduct daily pre-start, operational, and post-shift inspections of the vehicle.
• Complete vehicle inspection checklists and report defects or breakdowns immediately.
• Ensure loads are correctly secured and transported safely.
• Perform basic vehicle care, including cleaning, refuelling, and checking oil, coolant, hydraulic fluid, and tyre condition.
• Follow dispatch instructions and planned haulage routes.
• Comply with all Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) requirements, risk assessments, and safe work procedures.
• Maintain accurate trip sheets, logbooks, and inspection records.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, dispatch, and other operators via two-way radio.
• Assist with loading and unloading where required.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and emergency drills.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards around the vehicle and work areas.
• Report hazards, near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Support production targets while prioritising safety at all times.

Closing Date: 2026-08-31