Operator Grader / Winch - Northam Development at Redpath Mining

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Matric certificate/ equivalent
• Scraper Winch Operator’s Competency Certificate
• Competent B
• Medically fit
• Valid First Aid Certificate
• Hydropower jetting gun (aqua jet)

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• At least 3 years’ experience in the field of service
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of Mine Health and Safety Act
• Previous experience in inclined and horizontal development ends.
• Previous experience in conventional and trackless development

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strict adhering to safety regulations and protocols, including identifying and addressing potential hazards
• Moving and repositioning materials and equipment needed, which may include manual handling or use of machinery
• Maintaining clear communication with team members, supervisors, and other personnel involved in the operations
• Supporting the overall coordination of the mining operation, ensuring efficient ore flow and safe delivery of materials
• Installation and maintenance of winch beds, barricades, and other related equipment
• Starting and stopping the winch, regulating the cable speeds, and controlling the movement of the scraper
• Ensuring effective cleaning of mining panels and gullies, including preparing the area for blasting in the next shift
• Preforming daily inspections, testing, and basic maintenance of the scraper winch and related equipment