Roof bolter Operator at Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 10 / Standard 8 Certificate.
• Competent B Certificate.
• Code 08 (B) Driver’s Licence.

EXPERIENCE (including but not limited to):

• Completion of a relevant, approved training programme.
• Advantageous: 6 months TMM/ RDO/ Blasting Assistant/ LHD Operator experience in a mining environment.

DUTIES (including but not limited to):

• To safely operate the Roof-bolter within designated areas and in accordance with set operating procedures and standards in order to achieve production objectives.
• Operate the Roof-bolter by adhering to operating procedures and standards to achieve production requirements. Monitor continuously component performance through experience, observation against standards to identify sub-standard performance, non-conformance and/or deviations. Report above to supervisor for corrective action measures.
• Conduct pre-shift inspection of Roofbolter machine, machine parts and/or components of the production line to ensure production flow according to standards, within prescribed procedures.
• Follow lock-out procedure when equipment is faulty, and at end of shift, including failure time recorded and location of machine / equipment.
• Perform minor maintenance on Roofbolter by greasing the boom, checking oil, loose fittings, pipes, broken shank, and changing consumables. Report all other maintenance issues to artisan. Maintain proper operation and care of machine as per manufacturer’s specifications, and standard operating procedures.