Underground Sand Plant Operator — Backfill & Pump Specialist

Sibanye Stillwater; Big Timber (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibanye-Stillwater is seeking a Sand Plant Operator 1 or 2 to operate underground backfill plants and manage slurry systems at East Boulder Mine, EB. The role requires attention to safety, data recording, and routine maintenance, with rotation schedules and on-site duties.

Candidates should have equipment maintenance experience, strong communication, and the ability to monitor silos and sand plant processes. Compliance with health and environmental regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Underground backfill plant operations experience.
• Knowledge of piping and valve installation/maintenance.
• Monitor slurry silo filling and sand plant operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Perform backfill audits and data recording.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Authorized to handle explosives per the Safe Explosives Act.
• Must meet the Task Matrix for Sand Plant Operator 1 or 2 and physical requirements.
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operates underground backfill plants.
• Operates high-pressure slurry pumping systems.
• Monitors the slurry silo filling; coordinates intake and output from silos.
• Monitors slurry intake/output to Geho back fill pumps at the sand plants.
• Draw density samples and record data.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot breakdowns.
• Maintain operational records on a shift-by-shift basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Piping & valves

Slurry plant operations

Written & verbal communication

Backfill audits

Mechanical aptitude

Explosives handling (SWA)

Safety & environmental compliance

Job description

Sibanye-Stillwater is seeking a Sand Plant Operator 1 or 2 to operate underground backfill plants and manage slurry systems at East Boulder Mine, EB. The role requires attention to safety, data recording, and routine maintenance, with rotation schedules and on-site duties.

Candidates should have equipment maintenance experience, strong communication, and the ability to monitor silos and sand plant processes. Compliance with health and environmental regulations is essential.