Operator 1 Raise Drilling - Lephalale at Murray & Roberts

Job description

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

• Conduct safe and efficient underground excavations through the operation of large and small Raise Bore machines to achieve production targets
• Effective supervision of team’s daily tasks
• Cost containment through effective and safe use of raise bore drilling machines, adhere to OEM specifications
• Conduct morning meetings and complete the relevant checklists, risk /safety documents as required
• Self and team understand and comply with M&RC’s standards, policies, procedures and safety protocols
• Effective stakeholder engagement to ensure smooth workflows
• Effective self and team management and alignment with M&RC’s values and leadership initiatives

Minimum requirements

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Certified as competent B
• Certified competent as a Raise Drilling Operator
• Engineering Trade Certificate [advantageous]
• Valid Driver’s License
• Good English communication skills (written and verbal)

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:

• At least 3 years of experience operating a raise drilling machine on a raise drilling operation
• Ability to supervise a team and complete administrative requirements [reporting, checklists, safety documentation]
• Understanding of a baseline risk assessment with ability to complete an issue based risk assessment independently [Essential]