Attendant: Knockout

Weir HBF (Pty) Ltd; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Weir HBF (Pty) Ltd in Port Elizabeth is seeking a Knockout Attendant to support casting production on site. You will operate machines, remove castings from the cooling area, and ensure safety and quality during the knock-out process.

The role offers hands-on learning in a global mining technology company with daily teamwork, safety emphasis, and opportunities for skills development. You will follow TPM checklists, attend safety meetings, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) is required.
• 1–2 years in a related role or training.
• Ability to read and interpret documents.

Responsibilities

• Adherence to safety: Operate machines / equipment as per safe work instructions which includes TPM checklists.
• Production: Collect cast mould boxes from the cooling bay, break open cast mould boxes and smoothly knock out sand on the vibrating table.
• Production: Achieve laid down production targets. Always work according to efficiency standards and adhere to quality control as per work instructions.
• Inspection: Inspect and ensure castings do not have any breakages or damages and is correct as per work instruction requirements.
• Transportation: Remove clean castings from the shakeout and transport to the demarcated shot blast area. Recycle/Store moulding boxes as required.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

Skills

Reading documents

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

12-24 months related experience and/or training

Job description

Knockout Attendant

Location: Port Elizabeth

Work Arrangement: Onsite

What we do at Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you’ll do

• Adherence to safety: Operate machines / equipment as per safe work instructions which includes TPM checklists. Identify any potential hazards and risks and report unsafe conditions to Foreman.


• Production: Collect cast mould boxes from the cooling bay, break open cast mould boxes and smoothly knock out sand on the vibrating table. Ensure castings are not shaken directly on the table screen.


• Production: Achieve laid down production targets. Always work according to efficiency standards and adhere to quality control as per work instructions.


• Inspection: Inspect and ensure castings do not have any breakages or damages and is correct as per work instruction requirements. Report non-conformance's and communicate suggestions for improvement to the Foreman.


• Transportation: Remove clean castings from the shakeout and transport to the demarcated shot blast area. Recycle/Store moulding boxes as required. Attend compulsory safe start / green area meetings at the beginning of every shift.


• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What you’ll bring

• Matric (Grade 12).


• 12 to 24 months related experience and/or training.


• Ability to read and interpret documents.

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes. We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies. We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.


• Career development and learning support.


• Access to global inclusion networks.


• Regional and team-specific benefits.


• Sharebuilder scheme.


• Wellness support for you and your family.


• Collaboration with global teams.


• Study support.

#LI-ES1 #Minerals

We are Weir. And the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing. Quickly adapting. Continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each and every one of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it’s exciting. And it’s one we can’t wait to be part of. Thank you for your interest in joining us.