Specialised Surface Mobile Equipment Ope

Company Description

Come and join this dedicated team as our Specialised Surface Mobile Equipment Operator. This role is responsible for providing expert service and operation pertaining to the operation of at least 3 of the following types of specialised surface mobile equipment: Skid Steer Loaders, Forklift, Mobilifts, Truck Mounted Cranes, Mobile Cranes, Cherry Pickers, Articulated Vehicles – horse and trailer, Front-End Loaders, Diesel Bowsers, Water Tankers, Tractor Loader Backhoes (earthmoving machine), Road Graders, Tractor Loader Backhoes (earth moving machine) and Articulated Dump Trucks.

By looking after our assets, you’ll become an asset too.

Number of positions: 2

Location of positions: Rustenburg Base Metal Refinery

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world.

Our Platinum business mines, processes and refines the entire range of platinum group metals (PGMs): platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and osmium. We are the world’s leading primary producer of PGMs, which have a range of specialised applications that improve lives across the world – from vehicle fuel cells to jewelry; dentistry to glassmaking; pacemakers to petroleum refining.

Job Description

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Planning and coordinating transport-related activities
• Liaising and communicating effectively with other Foreman and Supervisors
• Operation of various forms of TMM equipment listed above in ‘Purpose of Role’
• Monitoring and inspecting vehicles and surface mobile equipment
• Compiling inspection reports on vehicles and mobile equipment
• Providing feedback to Line Manager at the end of the shift
• Conducting Shift work and Standby duties
• Working overtime whenever required
• Accident management – ensuring reports and investigations are conducted
• Attending Safety Meetings
• Conducting daily pre-trip vehicle inspections and reports to supervisor
• Conducting Pre-work assessment/job risk analysis for any out of the ordinary tasks (e.g., abnormal loads, heavy lifts)

This role is at a C2 level reporting to the Site Transport Supervisor

Qualifications

• Completed Matric (Grade 12) or N3
• Valid code EC (previously 14) Driver’s License
• Valid Professional Drivers Permit (PrDP) with ability to operate goods (G), passenger (P) and dangerous goods (D) class of vehicles
• Valid training certificates relating to the driving/operation of surface mobile equipment listed in advertisement

Experience

• Five years’ experience as Specialised Surface Mobile Equipment and/or Heavy Mobile Equipment operator

Knowledge and Skills

• Defensive driver training
• Advanced driver training
• Computer literate
• Good analytical and decision-making skills
• Good people skills
• Sound psychomotor abilities
• Good knowledge on AFRS/GTS standards

Additional Information

Who We Are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.

As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

What We Offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.

Inclusion and Diversity
Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.

Anglo American Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Anglo American Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.

How to Apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

Closing date: 17 April 2025