Plant Operator (Pietermaritburg Quarry)

Afrimat; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining sector seeks a Plant Operator for its Pietermaritzburg Quarry. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of the plant, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates should have Grade 12, relevant experience, and be dedicated team players with strong interpersonal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Literate & functionally numerate.
• 2-4 years in a similar role or environment.
• Medically fit in terms of Mine Health and Safety Act.

Responsibilities

• Ensure basic maintenance, safety, and efficient operation of the plant.
• Operate the plant according to specifications.
• Report any maintenance or production issues to superiors.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Good communication skills

Pro-active attitude

Team player

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Basic mechanical knowledge

Knowledge of plant operations

Job description

Job title : Plant Operator (Pietermaritburg Quarry)

Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg Deadline : July 30, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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• Grade 12
• Be literate & functionally numerate
• 2-4 years in similar role / environment
• Working knowledge of plant e.g. conveyors crushers etc
• Basic mechanical knowledge
• Able to work individually and in a team at times
• Interpersonal skills
• Able to respond quickly in an emergency
• Good communications skills
• Pre-employment medical required
• Medically fit in terms of Mine Health and Safety Act

Duties and responsibilities (not limited to)

• Ensure for basic maintenance, safety, and efficient operation of the plant.
• Operate the plant according to its desired capacity and specifications.
• Perform basic maintenance and repairs on plant, while ensuring that the product is produced according to the right quality specifications.
• Work safely while maintaining a clean and neat working environment.
• Report any maintenance related problems and production related issues to the immediate superior.
• Adhere to H& S + Environmental programme standards + ensure safe working practices
• Ad hoc duties as required
• Adhere to Quality Assurance responsibility during production process by constantly monitoring and evaluating that a computerized maintenance strategy is employed to ensure absolute reliability and minimum down time.
• Acknowledge that Management may allocate additional tasks when tasks cannot be completed on a standard allocated job
• Carry out instructions given by superiors.
• Be willing to work overtime
• Be a responsible, honest and motivated employee.
• Team player.
• Pro-active and action-orientated attitude.