Shaft Timberman

GOLD FIELDS; Westonaria Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Gold Fields is recruiting for a Shaft Timberman at South Deep Gold Mine in South Africa. The role focuses on safe construction and maintenance at the shaft and shaft stations, with inspections, pipe changes and coordination of Timberman Assistants.

You will also be responsible for explosives control and adherence to Mine Health & Safety Act requirements. The ideal candidate holds Grade 12, Onsetter and Blasting Certificates, with at least 2 years in shaft/construction environments and fitness to

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Onsetter Certificate.
• Blasting Certificate applicable to hard rock mining.
• Minimum of 2 years working experience in a shaft and construction environment.
• Medically fit and able to pass a heat tolerance screening and other required tests.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety of self and team during shaft maintenance.
• Perform shaft inspections and ensure safe constructions, pipe changes and signage.
• Control use of explosives and maintain records as required.
• Supervise Shaft Timberman Assistants and coordinate basic construction work.
• Conduct pre-work assessments and participate in safety meetings.
• Inspect shaft barrel and weekly safety checks of hanging side/footwall.

Skills

Safety leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independent thinker

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Onsetter Certificate

Blasting Certificate (hard rock)

Job description

South Deep is recruiting!

This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic and engaged team of professionals, working together to become the beacon of pride for our people, our communities, our stakeholders, and our shareholders.

At South Deep, we value each person’s individual and collective contribution and support your ongoing development, helping you to achieve your career and our business aspirations.

POSITION: Shaft Timberman

JOB GRADING: C – Lower

DEPARTMENT: Engineering – Infrastructure

SITE: South Deep Gold Mine

The Shaft Construction Timberman is responsible for carrying out basic construction and maintenance work at the shaft and on shaft stations, conduct inspections on the shaft barrel, and changing of pipes. Also, for controlling explosives for blasting purposes, in accordance with safety procedures and standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Onsetter Certificate
• Blasting Certificate applicable to hard rock mining
• Minimum of 2 years working experience in a shaft and construction environment
• Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment

NOTE: All relevant certificates must be uploaded on your online application to be considered for shortlisting

Key Competencies:

• Proven track record in safety leadership
• Proven interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills
• Independent, proactive thinker and ability to schedule and deliver work within tight deadlines
• Demonstrate experience in the use of explosives
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of shaft operations
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the Mine Health & Safety Act
• Sound knowledge of environmental statutory and site rules, policies, procedures and regulations

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure health and safety of self and team members, working on the conveyances by applying relevant standards and procedures in all planning and execution of maintenance activities
• Perform inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, and Company Standards
• Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation, health, safety, environmental, security policies, and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion
• Conduct pre-work assessments on each job and participate in safety meetings
• Perform basic construction work in the laying of concrete for building works, laying of water lines, erecting notice signs, barricading of sites / worked out areas within section, assisting in the pulling of the reef and assisting Artisans in the maintenance of equipment
• Conduct inspections of hanging side and footwall on a weekly basis, to ensure the area is safe within each section
• Inspect shaft barrel on a weekly basis to ensure construction is safe, by checking the shaft barrel concrete, bunting boxes, buntings and guides, and assist Artisans when required
• Change pipes (e.g. backfill pipes)
• Supervise the Shaft Timberman Assistants in carrying out basic construction work, changing of pipes and shaft barrel inspections
• Control the use of explosives for blasting and maintain a record of explosives

Closing Date: 21 October 2026

Please note that the Gold Fields code of conduct strictly prohibits the exchange of any payment as part of its recruitment process.

Should you require any assistance or have any challenges in applying for a position, please contact the Recruitment hub on 011 411 1387

Creating enduring value beyond mining

Gold Fields is committed to advancing its Employment Equity (EE) strategy through Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). All Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) and differently abled candidates may apply.