Operator Rock Drill (No Assistant) at Sibanye-Stillwater

Minimum Required Qualification:

• Level 1: Grade 9 Certificate GET Services

The Appointee should:

• NQF 2 Elementary Certificate (Grade 10 or equivalent)
• VTS Testing suitable grading
• Certified competend as a Drill Rig Operator
• Medically fit to work in the specific business area.
• Clear security screening record.
• Clear credit record

Additional Requirements:

• None

Key Responsibilities:

• Drilling and Equipment maintenance  Effective rock drill operation at the development and stoping ends to achieve targets within set quality standards.  Effective drilling of equipment through drilling holes using drill steel equipped with a “knock-off bit”.  Effectively position and remove a drill carriage.  Ensure that all work conducted is performed to the required standards and specifications.  Ensure that the correct tools are used to complete tasks.  Install grouted support, rope anchors, rock bolts and mechanical props.  Ensure that equipment is always maintained to perform the job and not damaged.  Conduct basic maintenance activities on equipment. Administration and Reporting  Communicate any stumbling blocks for actions to be taken.  Ensure that any operational problem that is encountered is reported even if outside immediate area of responsibility.  Support team members whenever required. Drilling of face holes and/or support holes  Ensure holes are drilled to the correct depth and angle required by mining standards.  Ensure that roofbolt is installed as per mining standards.  Assist with charging up when required.  Assist with the face preparation including safety nets and props.
• Stakeholder Relations  Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders across the organisation and externally at all levels and cross-functionally.  Ensuring open communication channels with all relevant stakeholders. Building a values-based organisational culture  Actively support and meaningfully participate in the execution of the segment specific organisational development plan. This support will manifest in the targeted shift in culture as described by a valid culture assessment. ESG Compliance  Align to international responsible mining principles.  SA Gold Operations: Align to World Gold Council (WGC) Responsible Gold Mining Principles (RGMPs).  SA PGM Operations: Enhance Together for Sustainability (eTfS) initiative.  US PGM Operations: Enhance together for ICCM principles. SHE Compliance  Participate in SHE meetings.  Identify personal protective tools and equipment.  Effectively conduct gas testing with an F.G.T.D.  Identify and report hazards and risks.  Identify flammable / noxious gas underground.  Ensure that the prescribed safety equipment is always worn.  Ensure that all safety and legal requirements are carefully followed Focus on safe production & operational excellence  Focus on safety and health as well as operational excellence  Improve our position on global industry cost curve

Deadline:11th March,2026