Longhole Drill Rig Operator at Gold Fields Limited

The ideal candidate will have:

Key Competencies

• Have good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to solve problem solving and good analytical skills
• Time management
• Ability to work under pressure

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that all relevant daily targets are met continuously
• Ensuring compliance to the Mines Health & Safety Act
• Ensuring effective utilization of equipment
• Promoting and developing team effectiveness within the department
• Ensure health and safety of people and conditions 

Minimum Requirements

• Be in possession of a Matric / Grade 12 Qualification or Equivalent
• Be in possession of the relevant Longhole Rig Certificate and License (Certificate of Competency)
• Have at least 2 years’ experience in a mining environment
• Successfully complete a Dover assessment, at a level appropriate to the position
• Be highly motivated self-starter with proven positive attendance record
• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license
• Successfully undertake security screening with zero material findings
• Be in possession of a valid Blasting Certificate (advantageous)
• Successfully completed Competent A and B (advantageous)
• Have at least 2 years’ experience as a Longhole Rig Operator in a mining environment (advantageous)
• Be declared medically fit for the position and the environment, as determined by the risk based medical examination at the relevant Gold Fields Occupation Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test.