OPERATOR GR4 : LOWBED

Qualifying Criteria :

• Grade 11 or equivalent qualification
• Basic Level: MQA Competency B Certificate; Relevant Qualifications, courses, and licenses
• 1-3 years’ experience in a mining environment is essential and required
• Trackless Mining experience is essential and required
• Must have Dover Test Results A or B, or will be submitted for Dover Testing
• Proficient in English and any other of the 11 official languages
• Applicant must possess good verbal communication skills
• South African Citizenship
• Clear Criminal Record

Responsibilities :

• Work a cycle or rotation of shifts
• Responsible for operating the Lowbed
• Assist with and monitor preventative and breakdown maintenance during shift (fill up fuel, oil, lubrication, etc.)
• Be observant / vigilant when the machine is operational and/or in motion
• Verify level of the machine using specified levels
• help with transportation of vent and water pipes, including pumps and other heavy materials
• Ensure that the machine is in good operating order and report any faults and inconsistencies to Supervisor and Control Room
• Always take instructions from the Supervisor responsible for the area / work place
• Manage and maintain in area of responsibility in accordance with mine standards, procedures and practices
• Adhere to MHSA standards & Gold1’s safety motto : “Nothing is so important that it cannot be done safely”