Rock Drill Operator

Tychoflash PTY; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

TYCHOFLASH PTY (LTD) is seeking a skilled drill operator to perform rock drilling tasks on site in line with the approved mining plan. The role requires strict adherence to safety, production and quality standards, with pre-use inspections and safe operation of drilling equipment.

Applicants should hold Grade 10/12, relevant mining certifications, and a valid medical fitness certificate for underground work.

Qualifications

• Grade 10/12 or equivalent qualification.
• Valid RDO Certificate.
• Valid Competent B Certificate.
• Relevant mining experience, preferably trackless/conventional mining.
• Experience in drilling and blasting is advantageous.
• Good knowledge of mining safety standards and procedures.
• Valid medical fitness certificate for underground work.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work shifts and under pressure.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate rock drills safely and efficiently according to mine standards.
• Conduct pre-use inspections of drilling equipment and tools.
• Perform drilling activities according to the approved mining plan.
• Ensure compliance with safety, production and quality requirements.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Drilling operations

Blasting operations

Pressure tolerance

Education

Grade 10/12

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Operate rock drills safely and efficiently
  according to mine standards.


• Conduct pre-use inspections of drilling
  equipment and tools.


• Perform drilling activities according to the
  approved mining plan.


• Ensure compliance with all safety, production and
  quality requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 10/12 or equivalent qualification.


• Valid RDO Certificate.


• Valid Competent B Certificate.


• Relevant mining experience, preferably in
  trackless / conventional mining operations.


• Previous experience in drilling, blasting operations
  will be advantageous.


• Good knowledge of mining safety standards and
  procedures.


• Valid medical fitness certificate for underground
  work.


• Good understanding of workplace health and
  safety requirements.


• Ability to work shifts and under pressure.


• Good communication and teamwork skills.

n line with TYCHOFLASH PTY (LTD) commitment to Employment Equity, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. All positions require a physical fitness assessment, as part of the normal pre- employment selection criteria. TYCHOFLASH PTY (LTD) complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013. By submitting your application, you give your consent to process your personal information in a lawful, legitimate and responsible manner. Should you not hear from us within 21 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.