Water Bowser Operator at Tharisa

Role Context

Equipment Operations

• Ensure that the truck water spays are not blocked and are all spraying well
• Ensure that the water cannon is working well
• Any damage to the truck are reported and attend to urgently
• Reach daily production targets by allaying dust on the haul road, tipping and dumping areas
• Do risk assessments before commencing his/her job
• Fill in a checklist and report any fault to engineering
• Avoid any rocks or sharp objects on the road, tipping or loading areas for tyre damage
• Report any spillage on the road to the controller to avoid any tyre damage
• Assist load & haul supervisors to execute their work safely and cost-effectively
• Create and maintain good and healthy relationships with other employees and all managers
• Minimize dust on haul loads and muck piles

Daily Planning

• Work in line with the established timelines and pressures by driving adherence to the daily and weekly operational plans as well as prioritising adhoc daily requests
• 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

Stakeholder Relations

• Create and maintain good and healthy relationships with other employees and all managers

Risk, Safety and Compliance

• Conduct risk and safety inspections, identifying and reporting any risks within the allocated area of operations and completing the requisite checklist recording the associated risks
• Conduct a prestart safety checklist by inspecting the allocated Water Bowser machine, identifying any risks and concerns and escalating them to the control room and supervisor ensuring all safety requirements are met before the respective Water Bowser 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 in order to minimise any incidents within the working environment
• Promote a culture of Zero harm and emphasize compliance to TM policies, values and ethics, so as to cultivate a workplace culture focused on safety and adherence to company policies, values, and ethical standards

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 (NQF4)
• Must pass both medical and dover tests

Job-specific experience:

• Minimum of 1 - 2 years experience operating the Water Bowser  
• Competent in relevant unit standards
• Valid driving licence code 8/14 

Inherent requirements

• Must be medically fit

Closing date: 06 May 2026