Winch Operator

JVR Software; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

JVR Software is seeking a qualified underground Winch Operator for our site in Mpumalanga, South Africa. The role requires a Grade 10 or higher and a valid winch operator ticket, with at least 2 years of underground winch experience.

You will inspect equipment, operate the winch according to signals, and maintain safe working limits while documenting shift activities. Advantageous: platinum mining exposure and basic mechanical knowledge.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 or higher, with a winch operator ticket or equivalent.
• At least 2 years’ underground winch experience.
• Knowledge of signals, rope inspection and winch safety.
• Valid Certificate of Fitness.
• Advantageous: platinum mining experience, basic mechanical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Inspect the winch, ropes and signalling system before starting.
• Operate the winch to the signals given, and keep to safe working limits.
• Keep the winch area clear of people and hazards.
• Report faults and rope or equipment defects straight away.
• Complete shift reports and report incidents.

Skills

Winch operation

Signals knowledge

Rope inspection

Winch safety

Education

Grade 10 or higher

Certificate of Fitness

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 10 or higher, with a winch operator ticket or equivalent.
• At least 2 years’ underground winch experience.
• Knowledge of signals, rope inspection and winch safety.
• Valid Certificate of Fitness.

Advantageous: Experience in conventional stoping sections; basic mechanical knowledge; platinum mining experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect the winch, ropes and signalling system before starting.
• Operate the winch to the signals given, and keep to safe working limits.
• Keep the winch area clear of people and hazards.
• Report faults and rope or equipment defects straight away.
• Complete shift reports and report incidents.