Hoistman - Musina at Murray & Roberts

Job description

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

• Safe and effective operation of winders in line with regulations, procedures, standards and safety protocols
• WED log book is maintained and signed per shift
• Winding Engine is safe for winding operations at all times, communicate defects to relevant engineering supervisor
• Stopping of winding operations when working conditions are unsafe
• Safely transport people, equipment, material and perform ore hoisting operations from relevant levels
• Respond to standard hoisting code of signals
• Basic and statutory maintenance of equipment
• Assist during breakdowns and emergencies
• Comply with the Mine Health and Safety regulations and M&RC’s standards, procedures, policies and safety protocols
• Effective and timeous stakeholder engagement to ensure smooth workflows
• Proactive risk identification and mitigation, escalate timeously if unable to resolve
• Effective self-management in alignment with M&RC’s values

Minimum requirements

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• Grade 12 or NQF 4 equivalent
• Valid Winding Engine Driver Full Certificate of Competency
• Onsetter Certificate
• Basic SCADA/HMI proficiency
• Valid Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground / surface (site specific)
• Good English written and verbal communication skills, with ability to communicate effectively under pressure

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience working in shaft sinking operations as a Winding Engine Driver
• Experience slinging of large and heavy equipment in a shaft
• Experience in shaft examination and repairs
• Experience in double drum winders and koepe winders
• Experience working with AC and DC drives
• Basic knowledge of maintenance of winding equipment