Driver Operator Maintainer - Location - Central - West Midlands

Harsco Rail; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Harsco Rail in Pretoria, South Africa, seeks a dedicated OTM Technician to drive, operate and maintain the Stoneblower fleet, ensuring high machine availability and adherence to health, safety and environmental requirements.

Responsibilities include performing daily maintenance, calibrations and repairs, reporting defects, and maintaining documentation per VMI. The role requires track safety qualifications, hands-on maintenance experience and strong safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Mandatory qualifications include Track safety qualification (PTS, DP), Manual handling, Emergency first aid, Fire awareness, Health & Safety.
• Essential competencies include Psychometric test and TDL; Functional Skills at Level 2 (communication, planning, organising, prioritising, safety); Technical skills at Level 1 (hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, mechanical systems; calibration and fault finding).

Responsibilities

• Report defects found on machine and carry out repairs within required competency level.
• Complete tasks in accordance with the Vehicle Maintenance Instruction (VMI).
• Assist Stoneblower Service Technician with required tasks.
• Carry out duties in line with company policies, procedures and work instructions.
• Ensure working environment is maintained as required by 5S.

Skills

Track safety qualification

Manual handling

Emergency first aid

Fire awareness

Health & Safety

Psychometric test

Functional Skills Level 2

TDL

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Mechanical systems

Calibration and fault finding

Tools

Rail plant operating systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Harsco Rail, a worldwide division of Enviri Corporation, is a technological and innovative global supplier of railway track Maintenance of Way (MoW) products and services with over 100 years of operations. Harsco Rail provides expert engineering, vehicles and equipment, innovative technology, safety technology, dedicated parts and services, contracting services, and quality maintenance from nine main locations in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, India, Brazil, China, and Australia. Additional information can be found at www.harscorail.com.

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

• To Drive, Operate and Maintain OTM as required.
• Maximise machine availability.
• Carry out Stone-Loading, Daily Maintenance, Calibrations as and when required on the Stoneblower fleet.

KEY RESULT AREAS

• Drive the OTM on NWR infrastructure and within possessions.
• Daily VMI checks completed within required timeframe.
• Performance of machine following repair and maintenance tasks.
• Condition of machine.
• 5S on machine and van.
• Quality of documentation
• Compliance with all company policies & procedures, including Health & Safety, Quality & Environmental
• Communication
• Machine availability
• Machine reliability
• Accident / incident reporting
• Sickness
• Attendance
• Maintain competencies
• Competence assessments

Qualifications

Qualifications Mandatory Qualifications: Track safety qualification (PTS, DP) Manual handling Emergency first aid Fire awareness Health & Safety Essential Competencies: Psychometric test and TDL - Functional Skills at Level 2 (Intermediate): communication, planning, organising, prioritising, and safety awareness - Technical Skills at Level 1 (Basic): hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems; calibration and fault finding - IT literate with basic Microsoft systems knowledge Preferred Experience: Mechanical, electrical, or maintenance engineering background, or minimum two years OTM experience Knowledge of rail plant operating systems Behaviours: Self-motivated with ability to work independently and on own initiative Proactive and process-driven with strong time management Effective communicator with ability to develop working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Additional Information

Responsibilities & Duties

• Report any defects found on machine & carry out repairs within required competency level for the role, as directed.
• Complete tasks in accordance with the Vehicle Maintenance Instruction (VMI)
• Assist Stoneblower Service Technician with required tasks.
• To carry out duties in line with company policies & procedures & work instructions.
• Ensure working environment is maintained as required by 5S.
• Inform supervisor of any issues / problems in a timely manner, which are outside your remit of control.
• Route learn in specific working areas as required.
• Operate machine for maintenance purposes.
• Ensure regularly updated & compliant with company policies & procedures.
• Awareness of company communication, i.e., e-mails, etc.
• Be responsible for the care of company assets in the individual’s possession.
• To undertake technical skills or non-technical skills training as required.
• Ensure compliance with competence assessment systems.
• Carry out assessing of staff as required and to plan if applicable
• Liaise with customer and contractors as required
• Method statements and risk assessments must be complied with
• Update and carry out risk assessments as required
• Maintain regular contact with control centre
• Maintain regular contact with Machine manager
• Maintain regular communication with team members
• Work to roster as required
• Provide reports / information as required by machine manager & ROMs
• Partake in competence assessments
• Comply with all statutory and company policies and procedures
• To undertake training on Multiple types OTMs/Traction units as required
• To ensure all machine defects are reported and rectified
• To operate OTM in line with procedures
• Complete all necessary documentation
• Ensure machine is maintained to maintenance schedule
• Work to 5s regime
• To ensure company vehicle is kept to required standards
• To communicate with safety rep
• To learn and maintain routes as identified by the Machine Manager
• To liaise with and respond to requests from Driver Standards Manager
• Report spare parts used to aid management of machine stock levels
• To book hotels when lodging is required.
• Flexibility to travel and lodge as required by the company.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities

• To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts and omissions at work.
• Contribute to the delivery of company occupational health and welfare, safety, and environmental improvement plans.
• Only undertake work for which you have been trained and (if required) certified competent.
• To comply with Risk Assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
• Maintain and utilise all PPE provided by the employer.
• Co-operate with your employer on health, safety, and environment.
• Make safe any unsafe conditions where practical and challenge unsafe work practices.
• Inform your line manager, supervisor or health and safety representative of any unsafe occurrences
• Report all, and assist with investigating relevant accidents, incidents and near misses
• Additional responsibilities as identified for Managers in PRO/S/G/015

Harsco is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, ensuring equal opportunities for all employees and applicants.