Senior Crane Operator at De Beers Group

Job Description:

Your responsibilities will include:

• Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation and health, safety, environmental and security policies and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion.
• Complete pre-start and daily maintenance checks on crane, hoisting equipment and safety devices before commencing work.
• Reporting of all areas of non-compliance and unexpected problems to Senior Engineering Foreman
• Drives, hoists and lowers materials and equipment using lifting machinery (Mobile Crane, Mobile Crane Truck, Telehandlers and Forklifts) according to laid down operating instructions, safety regulations, procedures and manuals with due regard to hoisting capacities of lifting machinery
• Conduct regular housekeeping and safety inspections of lifting machinery and work area in accordance with procedures and complete relevant reports.
• Reporting of daily progress and associated activities in accordance with departmental requirements.
• Participate in cost saving initiatives and adhere to financial procedures.

This role is in the VUP Engineering department at a BU level reporting to the Senior Engineering Foreman.

Qualifications:

Formal Qualifications:

• Grade 12 / N3 / Equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
• Certificate of Competency for Cranes (Above 200 000kg)
• Basic Rigging Certificate (Advantageous)

Additional Information:

• Code EC (14) Driver’s License
• Required classification as per VTS testing for specific role (Orange+)
• Be prepared to work standby duties, call-outs, and work overtime as will be informed by the role requirements
• Successfully obtain a Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground
• The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company’s pre-employment protocol such as qualifications’ verification, relevant psychometric assessments, and a clear security clearance

Role -Specific Knowledge:

• Minimum of 5 years mobile crane operating experience is essential
• You will be required to operate lifting machinery (e.g., Mobile Crane Truck, Telehandlers, Forklifts, and other related machinery)
• Knowledge and understanding of basic rigging, hoisting and lowering practices
• Ability to communicate information relevant to the lifting activities and operation of a crane with relevant stakeholders
• Be prepared to work shifts, do standby duties, call-outs, and work overtime as per the role requirement

Closing Date: 13 February, 2026