Jobs at Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine

• The successful applicant will report to the Miner Logistics or nominee.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 10 / Standard 8 Certificate.
• Competent A & B Certificate.
• Blasting Assistant Certificate.
• Code 08 (B) Driver’s Licence.
• Advantageous: Supervisory Certificate.

EXPERIENCE (including but not limited to):

• 3 years practical TMM Operator experience in an underground mining environment.

DUTIES (including but not limited to):

• Assist the -Logistics Miner with all the logistics operations. Supervise UV Operators, and ensure discipline and instructions given by Logistics Miner, are adhered to.
• Continuously observe/monitor component performance against standards to identify any sub performance/ non-conformance or deviations, and report to Supervisor. Perform lock-out procedure as and when required.
• Coordinate housekeeping of the work environment when required/instructed.
• Conduct daily safety meetings as required. Ensure that subordinates’ tasks are carried out according to Standards, Procedures, Rules and Regulations.
• Report breakdowns/damages timeously to the Control Room Operator. Report any changes to conditions or machinery during shifts. Report on completed work during and at end of the shift.
• Coordinate logistics and ensure safe handling of equipment and material to various strikes.
• Ensure timeous provision of fuel, lubricants, tyres and equipment (i.e. drilling machines, air legs and jumpers) to the underground satellite stations, workshops and stores.
• Adhere to, and oversee adherence of subordinates to, Key Control Procedure.
• Adhere to ad hoc requests for transportation of goods.
   

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•  The successful applicant will report to the Electrician or nominee.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 / Standard 10 Certificate.
• Code 08 (B) Driver’s Licence.
• Advantageous: Operative Course Certificate.

EXPERIENCE (including but not limited to):

• 1 year practical trade-related experience in a heavy industrial/ mining/ plant environment.

DUTIES (including but not limited to):

• To assist in ensuring optimum availability and reliability of equipment in support of effective and continuously improved plant / mining operations. Assist to execute maintenance on mining electrical reticulation including modifications, installations and repairs.
• Ensure own work area is clean at all times. Ensure all equipment and tools are cleaned after use and stored in Storeroom. Ensure that personal toolbox/ tool bag is in safe working condition.
• Conduct mini risk assessment in own area of work and within span of control.
• Work independently and/or under the supervision of the artisan. Complete basic discipline specific work and functions in the field under the supervision of the Artisan. Ensure tasks are completed according to set requirements and standards. Conduct inspections whether regular or ad-hoc and report back on work orders.
• Report all defects and status of tools and equipment to Artisan/ Chargehand. All tools and equipment are stored safely after inspection. Tools utilized by the Aide are kept clean, maintained and functional. Tools, material and equipment are utilized according to SOP's.
• Assist artisans in the maintenance of primary and secondary equipment when instructed (perform partly independent to the level of competence). All production equipment is maintained reactively and on a scheduled basis to ensure equipment availability and reliability. Breakdowns are attended to immediately to restore availability and reported to the Artisan/ Chargehand. Repaired equipment is tested for functionality before installation.
• Assist artisan on removing replacing and/or repairing and installation of panel, fluorescent tubes, and machinery during breakdowns, HT cables, belt drives, straining wires, power turning. Build cable joints; Connect and disconnect cables under supervision; Perform lockout procedure when necessary. Assist artisan on HT Maintenance; Transport cables; compressor including faultfinding (assist cabling). Assist Artisan with substation equipment maintenance. Assist with minor maintenance and installations in buildings of appliances. Responsible for cable installation, jointing and connection of electrical equipment to distribution boards underground / surface. Wire and fault find motor control centers and distribution boards under the supervision of a qualified electrician. Communicate effectively with line Supervisors / Foremen and related plant / mine personnel

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• The successful applicant will report to the Team Leader or nominee.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 10 / Standard 8 Certificate.
• Competent B Certificate.

EXPERIENCE (including but not limited to):

• Completion of a relevant, approved training programme.
• 1 year practical experience as the Rock Drill Operator.
• Advantageous: 6 months practical underground mining experience.

DUTIES (including but not limited to):

• Drill anchor holes required for anchoring of belt structures and equipment.
• Drill anchor holes in foot wall to secure belt structures/tips, etc., according to schedule. Anchoring of winches.
• Drilling, installation, tensioning and grouting of anchor bolts.
• Handling and care of drilling machine and accessories. i.e., thrustle and airleg. Ensure clean and safe.