Operator Wheel Dozer - Mamatwan Mine

South32; Hotazel; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resources company located in Hotazel, Northern Cape is seeking an Operator Wheel Dozer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in mining production and excavator skills. Responsibilities include leveling loading benches and clearing spillage while adhering to safety protocols. Applicants should possess a Grade 12 education and a valid equipment license for CAT dozers. Apply online by referencing the position number on the company website. Position closes on 30 September 2025.

Responsibilities

• Level active loading benches where excavators are utilized for loading.
• Clear fly rock and spillages from road and loading surfaces.
• Conduct pre-shift checks prior to operating the machine.
• Report all equipment defects or unsafe conditions.
• Execute production activities according to the daily mining schedule.

Skills

Mining production experience

Excavator skills

Knowledge of Competency B certificate

Hazard identification knowledge

Mine Health and Safety Act knowledge

Education

Grade 12 for external candidates

Grade 10 for internal candidates

Equipment license on CAT dozer D8 or D10

Code 8 Drivers license

Job description

Overview

DISCOVER ABRIGHTERFUTURE: At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

About Mamatwan

The South Africa Manganese operation can be found in the manganese rich Kalahari Basin, in the country’s Northern Cape, which is home to 80 per cent of the world\'s manganese. This position is based at our open-cut Mamatwan mine which started operating more than half a century ago.

About the role

This role is a fixed term contract position.

As an Operator Wheel Dozer, you will be responsible to intermittently level active loading benches where excavators are utilized for loading. Also, to quickly and effectively clear fly rock and spillages from road and loading surfaces. Dozing as part of finishing during road and ramp construction will also be applicable from time to time.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Ensure continuous judgement to level loading floor at the correct profile;
• Ensure continuous judgement during road clearing and construction not to cut excessively deep or too much material which could damage the machine;
• Conduct the pre-shift checks prior to operating machine;
• Conduct the applicable Safe Work Instruction for normal routine tasks or Risk Assessment if non-routine tasks are required;
• Report all equipment defects or unsafe conditions to the control room and supervisor;
• Work with physical assets, plant and equipment as defined by the Operation’s standards and operating procedures;
• Execute production or related activities according to the daily mining schedule;
• Follow the daily mining schedule for the machine and meet the daily targets;
• Adhere to general Induction and site specific procedural training;
• Adhere to operator license training and operate only when competent to do so;
• Adhere to operational procedures and standards, applying safe work practices;
• Report any unsafe behavior, conditions and incidents to the responsible person.

About you

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Experience in Mining production and exposure in surface mining operations;
• Excavator skills within a Surface mining operation;
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Competency B certificate;
• Demonstrate knowledge of hazard identification and risk assessment within a mining workplace;
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act, regulations 22 & 23.

Qualifications

• External Candidates: Grade 12;
• Internal Candidates: Grade 10;
• Equipment license on either CAT dozer D8, D10;
• Code 8 Drivers license.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website: https://careers.south32.net

This advertisement will close on 30 September 2025.