Underground Winder Operator – Safe, Skilled & Impactful

Valterra Platinum; Thabazimbi; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Valterra Platinum in South Africa's Tumela Mine, Thabazimbi, seeks a Winding Engine Driver to operate shaft winders safely and efficiently for ore haulage during shifts. The role requires Grade 12, a Certificate in Winding Engine Driving (9 months), and at least 3 years of relevant experience; DMPR certificate is an advantage.

You will work under the Senior Foreman Electrical Underground, ensuring safe operations, basic equipment maintenance, and coordination with teams in a values-led,

Qualifications

• Grade 12 required.
• Certificate Winding Engine Driver – 9 months training required.
• DMPR Certificate is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Stopping winding operations if conditions are unsafe.
• Basic maintenance of equipment.
• Communicating winding engine defects to supervisor/manager.
• Material usage to standard.
• Safe and effective operation of winders.
• Performing ore pulling operations from relevant levels.
• Coordinate winding activities with process requirements.
• Assist during breakdowns or emergencies.

Education

Grade 12

Certificate Winding Engine Driver – 9 months training

DMPR Certificate (advantageous)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Valterra Platinum in South Africa's Tumela Mine, Thabazimbi, seeks a Winding Engine Driver to operate shaft winders safely and efficiently for ore haulage during shifts. The role requires Grade 12, a Certificate in Winding Engine Driving (9 months), and at least 3 years of relevant experience; DMPR certificate is an advantage.

You will work under the Senior Foreman Electrical Underground, ensuring safe operations, basic equipment maintenance, and coordination with teams in a values-led,