Job Details
Job Title: UV Operator
Company: Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine (Pty) Ltd
Job Type: Full-Time
Division: Mining
Business Unit: Mining South
Minimum experience: Associate
Company primary industry: Mining and Metals
Job functional area: Mining
Location: Burgersfort, Limpopo
Closing Date: 04 November 2024
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- To operate the machinery allocated to him/her in such a way that material and explosives is supplied safely and within time without damage to the machinery. To ensure that the transporting of the material and explosives are according to approved procedures. To report breakdowns and problems regarding material availability. To take responsibility for all activities under his/her control regarding safety. To ensure all Codes of Practice and Standard Operating Procedures are adhered to.
- Conduct pre-start checks using a checklist, resolve problems within scope of work. Operate the mining equipment to achieve production requirements. Operate and control various types of mechanical equipment (emulsion, diesel refueling, material delivery) and machinery. Continuously observe / monitor component performance against standards to identify any sub performance / non-conformance or deviations, and report to Supervisor. e.g. listening to the health of the machine, resolve cutting and joining the lens
- Report breakdowns/damages timeously to the control room operator.
- Take care and do minor maintenance on assigned vehicle.
- Safe delivery and handling / charging of explosives and emulsion by following procedures.
- Ensure delivery and handling / charging of explosives according to Standard Operating Procedure.
- Ensure only designated areas are used.
- Record position of vehicle and defects at end of shifts in Logbook and report to supervisor.
- Provide assistance in blasting the face by inserting fuse into lens, press charge button to release emulsion. Assist carrying of charging pipe and insert in holes.
- Adhere to Key Control Procedure.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 10 / Standard 8 Certificate.
- Competent B Certificate.
- Blasting Assistant Certificate.
- Completion of a relevant, approved training programme.
- 1 year practical underground Mining experience.
- Advantageous: 6 months UV Operator experience.
How to Apply
UV Operator – Burgersfort, Limpopo
