Smelter Operator (Roving) at Rand Refinery

Closing Date: 10 March 2026

SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDED BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Ensure that the slag area is always ready when required.
• Ensure that all by-products generated are weighed and sent for sampling for metal balance purposes.
• Provide innovative suggestions to improve safe work practices.
• Ensure that there is full compliance with the SHEQ procedures for people, equipment and product.
• Collect and organise feed material for the BBOC units.
• Ensure that all faults are reported to the senior operator or foreman timeously.
• Ensure good housekeeping.
• Operate machinery effectively to avoid any incidences.
• Ensure that machines are working properly and safely.
• Complete daily reports and submit to supervisor.
• Incumbent will be required to assist with Arc furnace lead tapping, blending and crushing activities. 

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Completed Matric qualification.
• A National Diploma in Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering will be advantageous.
• Minimum of 1 – 3 years of working experience in Smelting operations.