EXCAVATOR OPERATOR - GQEBERHA

Pro Tem; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Gqeberha seeks a skilled Excavator Operator. Responsibilities include operating excavators, ensuring safety compliance, and collaborating with team members. Candidates must have a valid Excavator license with Jackhammer, experience with Claw, and a solid attendance record. Flexibility for shift work and overtime is essential. Join a dynamic team committed to safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Valid Excavator license with Jackhammer.
• Experience working with Claw.
• Good attendance record and availability for shifts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure correct PPE is used at all times.
• Collaborate with site supervisors to meet project goals.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on equipment.

Skills

Operating excavators

Health and Safety compliance

Ability to work independently

Education

Minimum qualification of Matric or equivalent

Tools

Excavator

Jackhammer

Claw

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensure the correct PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is utilized at all times;
• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety rules and regulations;
• Ensure adherence to the rules and regulations as documented within the company’s policies and code of conduct;
• Participate in flexibility training initiatives;
• Operate excavators equipped with jackhammers for tasks as instructed;
• Perform routine maintenance checks on equipment;
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and site protocols;
• Collaborate with site supervisors and team members to meet project goals;
• Ensure to note inspection checklists findings on the checklist and to notify the Team Leader;
• Gather sorted scrap materials, and;
• Load the scrap materials onto the tipper trucks for production for further processing;
• Ensure a shift handover is done with the following Excavator commencing duty;

REQUIREMENTS

A minimum qualification of Matric or equivalent

• Valid Excavator license with Jackhammer
• Experience working with Claw
• Possess the ability to work accurately and independently.
• Have a good attendance, disciplinary and timekeeping record; and
• Be available for shift work, standby and overtime is essential.