LHD Operator

Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine (Pty) Ltd; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent chrome mining company in Limpopo seeks to hire a dedicated individual for an operational role. The ideal candidate will have a Grade 10 certificate and a Code 08 driver's license. Responsibilities include safely operating vehicles for material handling, adhering to safety procedures, and reporting any machinery issues. Applicants with 6 months of practical TMM or mining experience will have an advantage. Medical fitness certification is required, and the position is subject to equal opportunity employment standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of a relevant, approved training programme.
• 6 months practical TMM experience is advantageous.
• 6 months practical Mining/Engineering experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned vehicle safely for loading and transporting material.
• Ensure safety and adherence to Codes of Practice and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Report breakdowns or damages to the Miner and control room operator.
• Identify loose rocks and request assistance.

Skills

Vehicle operation skills

Ability to monitor performance

Safety adherence skills

Education

Grade 10 / Standard 8 Certificate

Code 08 (B) Driver’s Licence

Job description

Overview

Seize this opportunity to join Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine, a values-driven company that cares for its people unconditionally. Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine is a wholly owned subsidiary of Assore Limited. The mine is located in the Limpopo Province, about 60 kilometers from Lydenburg and 40 kilometers from Burgersfort, and is a world-class producer of Chrome Ore. The successful applicant will report to the Miner or nominee.

Minimum Educational Requirements

• Grade 10 / Standard 8 Certificate.
• Code 08 (B) Driver’s Licence.

Experience

• Completion of a relevant, approved training programme.
• Advantageous: 6 months practical TMM experience.
• Advantageous: 6 months practical Mining/Engineering experience (depending on department appointed in).

Duties

• Operate the vehicle assigned to him/her in a safe manner in order to load, transport and offload blasted material without damage to the vehicle. The incumbent will be responsible for operating the machinery allocated to him/her in such a way that material is supplied safely and within time without damage to the machinery. Responsible for all activities under his/her control regarding safety. Ensuring that all Codes of Practice and Standard Operating Procedures are adhered to.
• Operate the mining equipment to achieve production requirements. Operate and control various types of mechanical equipment and machinery. Continuously observe/monitor component performance against standards to identify any sub performance/non-conformance or deviations, and report to Supervisor.
• Report breakdowns / damages timeously to the Miner and control room operator.
• Take care of assigned vehicle. Filling and levelling of roadways.
• Ensure safe and timeous loading, transporting and off-loading of blasted material and parking of vehicle according to Standard Operating Procedure.
• Identify loose rocks, request assistance and bar down the rock.

Selection, Conditions and Equal Opportunity

Selection will take place according to the Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine Recruitment Operating Procedure. Consideration will be given to individuals who align to the Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine Values. The successful candidate will be appointed on the Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine Conditions of Employment, which includes being certified medically fit as per the Mine Health and Safety Act 29/1996. Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine is an equal opportunity employer, and due consideration will be taken in terms of the Company’s Employment Equity Plan and Mining Charter objectives.

CVs may be submitted to: Dwarsrivier Recruitment through the link: https://dwarsriviermine.simplify.hr/. All candidates must ensure that their certified qualifications, certificates, and licences are attached to their application (attachments must be certified by SAPS). Shortlisted candidates will be required to authenticate information provided in their CVs. Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only. Candidates may be required to undergo psychometric and other relevant assessments. Please note that criminal and credit checks may be conducted on the successful candidate.

If a candidate fails to provide information or submit proof of qualifications as per the minimum requirements above the application will not be considered.

No late or unsolicited applications will be considered. No recruitment agency C.V.s will be accepted.

Legal and Compliance

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By sending your CV to Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine for this advertisement, you agree to the following:

• The processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes.
• Further processing of personal information, which may be shared with third parties for verification purposes.
• Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine will keep the record of your personal information confidential and for the specific purpose it was intended for.