OPERATOR (DRILL RIG

XPS Materials Group; Steelpoort; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Glencore is seeking a Drill Rig Operator for underground mining operations. You will drill development ends and support production targets while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires Grade 10, a Competent B certificate, VTS Testing, and proven experience in mining.

The successful candidate will be medically fit for underground work and possess good communication skills to work with teams.

Qualifications

• Must have Grade 10 and relevant drilling operator experience.
• Competent B certificate and VTS Testing are required.
• Experience as a Drill Rig Operator in a mining environment is preferred.
• Good communication skills and fitness for underground work are essential.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to sustainable development standards and safety procedures.
• Drill development ends to advance production targets.
• Support achievement of production performance and target outcomes.
• Operate drill rigs to meet quality and timing standards.
• Follow trackless mobile machinery procedures and site rules.

Skills

Drill Rig Operator experience

Good communication skills

Medically Fit for underground

Education

Grade 10

Competent B certificate

VTS Testing

Job description

Glencore is one of the world’s largest globally diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Our operations compromise of around 150 mining, metallurgical and oil production assets. Our purpose is to responsibly source the commodities that advance everyday life. Employing 135,000 people globally, people are at the heart of our business, and we aim to attract employees who strive to be leaders in their field.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Adhering to sustainable development standards
• Drilling of development ends for advancement purposes
• Supporting the achievement of production performance
• Performing drill rig operations to achieve targets within set quality standards
• Ensure tasks are done within specified time to enhance set production target
• Must follow trackless mobile machinery procedures

About you:

• Grade 10
• Competent B certificate
• VTS Testing (Suitable grading – Dover)
• Previous experience as an Operator (Drill Rig) in a mining environment
• Good communication skills
• Medically Fit for underground