Trackless Crew Leader at Gold Fields Limited

Minimum Requirements:

• Be in possession of a Matric / Grade 12 Qualification or Equivalent

• Be in possession of a Blasting Certificate

• Be in possession of the relevant TM3 Equipment / Machinery Certificates

• Have at least 5 years’ experience in production, ideally in trackless and deep level mining

• Have knowledge of relevant legislation in respect of the Mine Health & Safety Act

• Have strong interpersonal and supervisory skills

• Successfully undertake security screening with zero material findings

• Completed relevant risk management and supervisory development training (advantageous)

• Have excellent achievements in safety and production, including cost control (advantageous)

• 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:

• Have good verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to solve problem solving and good analytical skills

• Time management

• Ability to work under pressure

• Supervisory Skills

• Interpersonal skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensuring that all relevant production targets are met continuously

• Ensuring compliance to the Mines Health & Safety Act,

• Accurate and timeous reporting of all relevant safety and production matters;

• Ensuring control of explosives and that planning and budget is controlled and applied correctly;

• Taking accountability for proper discipline in the section;

• Developing and managing of subordinates;

• Providing and maintaining a safe environment with minimum risk to the health and safety of the crew

• Ensuring effective availability and utilization of equipment and materials

• Promoting and developing team effectiveness within the department