Rigger at Gold Fields Limited

The Rigger is accountable for the lifting and moving of heavy machinery underground and on the plant surface as well as perform repairs and maintenance on rigging equipment in accordance with operational and safety procedures and processes. A core accountability of the role is to maintain the highest possible safety standards in area of operation and influence

• This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic and engaged team of professionals, working together to become the beacon of pride for our people, our communities, our stakeholders, and our shareholders.
• At South Deep, we value each person’s individual and collective contribution and support your ongoing development, helping you to achieve your career and our business aspirations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12/N3 or equivalent
• Trade Certificate
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a rigger, preferably within a mechanized mining environment
• Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment

Key Competencies:

• Proven track record in safety leadership
• Proven interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills
• Independent, proactive thinker and ability to schedule and deliver work within tight deadlines
• Proven track record of production achievements

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure health and safety of self and team members by applying relevant standards and procedures in all planning and execution of maintenance activities
• Perform inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, and Company standards
• Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation, health, safety, environmental, security policies, and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion
• Transporting of heavy and bulky loads including slinging work
• Assisting with the recovery of broken down or redundant mining machinery and equipment from the mine face
• Managing spares requirements of rigging equipment to ensure availability
• Promoting and developing team effectiveness within the Mining Engineering section
• Maintaining registers and records of all equipment as required by the Mine’s applicable Codes of Practice and Standards