Underground Winding Engine Driver

Ivanhoe Mines; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ivanplats is seeking a Winding Engine Driver for its operations in Limpopo. The role requires extensive underground windling experience, valid winding engine certificates, and tight adherence to safety and Minerals Act regulations.

Applicants must hold multiple electrical and mechanical certifications (AC/DC, onsetters, logbook discipline) and a valid EB driver’s license. Preference for local South African candidates with drive and teamwork to support shaft operations.

Qualifications

• Grade 12/NQF4 or equivalent.
• Trade Test Certificate Section 13 or 26.
• DMR Winding Engine Drivers’ certificate of competency.
• Onsetters certificate.
• AC certificate.
• DC certificate.
• Full certificate.
• Limited scope certificate.
• Code EB (08) Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the safe hoisting of people, materials and ore, up and down the shaft complying with the Minerals Act.
• Responsible for the safe movement of men and material in a conveyance or skip.
• Record conditions of winding engine daily.
• Responsible for transmitting and reacting to signals.
• Complete drivers’ logbook and list stoppages and reasons daily.
• Advise Banksman and Cage Attendant on shift planning.
• Determine and verify load weights and check against lifting capacities to prevent overload.

Skills

Underground mining experience

Logbook recording

Shift safety awareness

Communication

Education

Grade 12 / NQF4

Trade Test Certificate Section 13 or 26

Tools

Double drum winding experience

Friction winder operations

Engineering licenses

Job description

Ivanplats is seeking a Winding Engine Driver for its operations in Limpopo. The role requires extensive underground windling experience, valid winding engine certificates, and tight adherence to safety and Minerals Act regulations.

Applicants must hold multiple electrical and mechanical certifications (AC/DC, onsetters, logbook discipline) and a valid EB driver’s license. Preference for local South African candidates with drive and teamwork to support shaft operations.