Winder Engine Driver - Wessels Mine

South32; Hotazel; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd. is seeking a permanent full-time Winding Engine Driver in Hotazel, Northern Cape. You will monitor and control the safe operation of the mine winder to transport people, equipment and materials, and ensure compliance with Mine Health and Safety Act.

Key duties include signaling checks, logbook maintenance, routine and non-routine winders work, and collaboration with engineering teams to address faults and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Winder Engine Driver.
• Must have driven a winder in the last 2 years as an appointed WED.

Responsibilities

• Receive and reply to signals from Banksman and onsetter for starting and stopping conveyances according to Mine Health and Safety Act.
• Record conditions winding engine daily and complete drivers' logbook.
• Regularly check signalling devices, access doors and lights; adhere to safety procedures.
• Drive under controlled conditions during Shaft Examinations and repairs.
• Physically operate the winding engine for lowering and raising people and material.
• Ensure weight and loading regulations are followed; test safety devices.
• Identify faults and report to maintenance personnel; stop winding if unsafe.

Skills

Winder operations

Safety compliance

Manual dexterity

Education

Government Hoist Drivers certificate (AC & DC winders)

Job description

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Location: Hotazel, Northern Cape, ZA, 8490

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

DISCOVER ABRIGHTERFUTURE:

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focuson responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuinedifference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT WESSELS

The South Africa Manganese operation can be found in the manganese rich Kalahari Basin, in the country’s Northern Cape, which is home to 80 per cent of the world's manganese. This position is based at our Wessels Mine which represents one of the largest manganese reserves in South Africa.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER:

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.

South32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As a Winding Engine Driver, you will be responsible to monitor and Control the Safe Operation of the Mine Winder to Transport People, Equipment and Materials..

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Receive and reply to signals from Banksman and onsetter for starting and stopping conveyances according to chapter 8 of the Mine Health and Safety Act;
• Be conversant with Mine Health and Safety Act and assume responsibility for the logbook and the completion there of.
• Record conditions winding engine daily and complete drivers`s logbook
• Conduct regular checks on all signalling devices, access doors and signalling lights;
• Adhering to all safety Emergency procedures;
• Drive under controlled conditions during Shaft Examinations and repairs;
• Physically operating the winding engine for lowering and raising of men and material
• Ensure that weight and loading regulations are strictly adhered to;
• Test the mechanical and electrical safety devices on winding plants;
• Performing non-routine work on the winders with engineering teams I.E cutting front and backends, shaft repairs and changing of conveyances.
• Identifying electrical and/ or mechanical faults picked up during operation of winding plant and reporting to the responsible maintenance personnel.
• Stopping the Winding operations if the working conditions are unsafe.
• Start and take control of winders and shut down winding plants;
• Maintain the housekeeping standards in the work area;
• Safe operating of Winding Engine in accordance with chapter 8 of the Mine Health and Safety Act.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Winder Engine Driver;
• Must have driven a winder in the last 2 years as an appointed WED.

Qualifications for this role are:

• Government Hoist Drivers certificate for AC and DC winders as per regulation 8.13.105 of the Mine Health and Safety Act;

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This advertisement will close on 18 November 2026