Underground LHD Operator - Mine of the Future

Ivanhoe Mines; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A mining firm is seeking an experienced Load Haul Dump Operator in Limpopo. The successful candidate will operate LHD equipment, ensuring safe loading and transportation of ore. A minimum of two years' experience as an LHD operator and relevant certifications are required. Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged South Africans, and applications are only open to South African citizens. Closing date for applications is 05 September 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s practical experience in operating LHD equipment in an underground mining environment.
• Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground.

Responsibilities

• Optimal utilisation of LHD equipment to achieve mining targets.
• Minimisation of machine damage by adopting good operating practices.
• Loading and hauling of material to trucks and underground tip excavations.
• Assist the load & haul miner to perform workplace Safe Declaration.
• Ensure that the machine is refueled and cleaned at the end of every shift.
• Ensure that paperwork is filled in correctly.

Skills

Matric/ NQF Level 4

LHD operators training certificate/ Licence

Experience in LHD operations

Competent B certificate

Knowledge of underground trackless mobile equipment

Job description

A mining firm is seeking an experienced Load Haul Dump Operator in Limpopo. The successful candidate will operate LHD equipment, ensuring safe loading and transportation of ore. A minimum of two years' experience as an LHD operator and relevant certifications are required. Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged South Africans, and applications are only open to South African citizens. Closing date for applications is 05 September 2025.