Log Operator SME - Middelburg at Samancor Chrome

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To safely transport, load, prepare and discharge various materials to and from different plant locations by means of Surface Mobile Equipment on a shift basis.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Participate and comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox)

CUSTOMERS 

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction

BUSINESS PROCESSES

To inspect & operate the following Surface Mobile Equipment in accordance with operational and safety standards:

• Articulated Dump Truck
• Front End Loader with bucket
• Front End Loader with Ingot loading bucket
• Communicate progress of shift work verbally to Coordinator
• Submit activities sheet (log sheet) to Coordinator at end of shift and to other plant areas when requested
• Identify and communicate safety/health/environmental hazards and non-conformance
• Report damages and assist with investigations if formed part of incident
• Ensure own license compliance
• Identify and report problems on machines by means of pre- and post-start checklist
• To safely transport, load, prepare and discharge various materials (hot and cold) to and from different plant locations with Surface Mobile Equipment, as per required standards
• Stockpile and slag dump maintenance
• All documentation completed correctly and timeously (checklists and activity tick list)
• Assist the Diesel Mechanic with basic tasks during a breakdown situation (No Diesel Mechanic specialized tasks may be performed)
• Work overtime work as and when required
• Any other relevant tasks required

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• Grade 12 or N3 or N3 that is equivalent to a Grade 12/ Matric (4x Technical subjects or 4x Business subjects and 2x Language subjects)
• 1 year operating experience (Front End Loader and/ or Articulated Dump Truck)
• Valid Driver’s License (minimum B / Code 8)

Advantageous:

• Plant experience e.g. raw materials and final products
• Basic Production Skills Programme
• Valid Surface Mobile Equipment licenses (Front End Loader & Articulated Dump)

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Safety Awareness
• Initiative
• Managing Work
• Results Orientation
• Work Standards
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication
• Adaptability
• Contributing to team Success

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES: 

Skills: 

• Good Coordination Skills (Hand/eye and foot)
• Observation skills

Knowledge: 

• Demonstrate an understanding of plant safety standards