Track Dozer Operator at Tharisa

Purpose of Role

• To manage and operate the Track Dozer by applying all Tharisa Minerals (TM) operating and Health and Safety standards to ensure the mining blocks are appropriately prepared for loading, construction and that all materials are removed as required for further operations. To push materials (reef and waste) off the crests of the mine at high elevations as required by the various operations to ensure all materials can be relocated to the appropriate processing or dump sites

Role Context

Health and Safety

• Conduct a prestart safety checklist by inspecting the Track Dozer, identifying any risks and concerns, and escalating them to the control room and Foreman ensuring all safety requirements are met before the Track Dozer is put into operation for the day
• Conduct continuous risk assessments throughout the day by proactively identifying and reporting identified risks within the areas of operation and collaborating with the various departments to support and maintain a safe working environment
• Maintain and manage one’s own health and safety across the area of operations by adhering to all health and safety protocols and procedures to minimise any incidents within the working environment
• Promote a culture of Zero harm and emphasize compliance to TM policies, values, and ethics, to cultivate a workplace culture focused on safety and adherence to company policies, values, and ethical standards

Equipment Operations

• Conduct a prestart safety checklist by inspecting the Track Dozer, identifying any risks and concerns, and escalating them to the control room and Foreman ensuring all safety requirements are met before the Track Dozer is put into operation for the day
• Manage the loading of the Track Dozer by understanding the loading capacity of the shovel ensuring the weight on the machine is appropriately balanced and the integrity of the machine is not compromised during operations
• Manoeuvre and operate the Track Dozer into, around and across various sites, including confined and elevated spaces by analysing the various inclines and environmental factors to position the Track Dozer for optimal functionality, minimising unnecessary risk and managing the optimal excavation for transportation
• Work according to the daily and weekly plan by engaging with the foreman to understand the intended targets and notifying them of any potential delays (due to breakdowns or any other causes) to enable continuous monitoring of target achievements
• Conduct daily housekeeping across the Track Dozer that this role has worked with by cleaning the cabin, conducting an end of shift inspection on the Track Dozer, and ensuring any required maintenance or cleaning is scheduled accordingly to keep the Track Dozer in peak operational condition
• Manage the operation of the Track Dozer by monitoring and controlling the area of operation in and around the Track Dozer ensuring a safe working environment is maintained, reporting any deviations from TM’s health and safety standards
• Complete all movement logs for the Track Dozer by recording all movements and loads managed throughout the respective shift to ensure accurate reporting against established targets
• Monitor all gauges and indicators during the operation of the TRACK DOZER, focusing on any potential warnings that the Track Dozer produces and ensure that the Track Dozer can be operated safely and in line with the required parameters of the machine
• Track fuel consumption for the TRACK DOZER by monitoring the fuel gauge and proactively communicating with the Diesel Bowser before the Track Dozer requires fuel, minimising operational downtime on the machine

Daily Planning

• Work in line with the established timelines and pressures by adhering to the daily and weekly operational plans as well as prioritising ad hoc daily requests for movements of loads outside of the allocated ‘block/s’
• Work according to the daily and weekly plan by engaging with the supervisor to understand the intended targets and notifying them of any potential delays (due to breakdowns or any other causes) to enable continuous monitoring of target achievements

Job Requirements
Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (NQF4)

Certifications

• Code 10 Drivers Licence 
• Relevant license of operation for the Track Dozer
• Any other relevant certifications

Job specific experience

• Minimum of 1-2 year of experience operating the Track Dozer

Inherent Requirement 

• Must be medically fit

Closing Date: 06 February 2026