Winding Engine Driver

Sibanye-Stillwater; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company seeks a Winding Engine Driver for operations in Rustenburg. Candidates must have a Grade 12 certificate, valid Winding Engine Certificate, and 2-3 years of relevant experience. The role involves ensuring adherence to safety protocols while operating the winding engine, identifying mechanical issues, and maintaining accurate logs. Strong focus on operational excellence and safety compliance is essential, along with the capability to work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• NQF 4 National Senior Certificate or Equivalent.
• Valid Winding Engine Certificate issued by the DMR.
• At least 1-2 years’ experience as Winding Engine Driver.

Responsibilities

• Operate the winding engine to hoist and lower materials in compliance with safety standards.
• Identify and report electrical and mechanical faults.
• Complete assessments and maintain logbooks accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Operational functionality

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Grade 12 National Senior Certificate

Winding Engine Certificate

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• Level 4: Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate) and National Cert level 4 GET Certificate Services

Requirements

• NQF 4 (National Senior Certificate / Grade 12 or Equivalent)
• Valid Winding Engine Certificate issued by the DMR
• Must have driven a winder in the last 2 years as an appointed WED
• Onsetter’s Certificate
• At least 1-2 years’ experience as a Winding Engine Driver on AC and DC Winders or proof of competency for newly qualified WED
• Medical fit to work in the specific business area
• Clear security screening record
• Valid driver’s licence (if applicable)

Key Responsibilities

• Attendance & Competence Reliability
• Adhere to working schedules which include overtime and standby.
• Complete and pass assessments and medical screening as per schedules. Operational functionality
• Physically operate the winding engine to hoist and lower men, materials and ore in the shaft in compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act chapter 16 and compliance to the SPG (Standards, Procedures and Guidelines)
• Performing non routine work on the winders with engineering teams I.E changing of conveyances, cutting front ends cutting back ends and shaft repairs.
• Identifying electrical and/or mechanical faults picked up during operation of winding plant and reporting to responsible artisans and foreman’s.
• Identify operational problems and emergencies and act in accordance with specified requirements within area of responsibility
• Operate winding engine both AC and DC winders
• Assume responsibility for logbook and the completion there of
• Be conversant with the Mine Health and Safety Act and any applicable Company or management instructions
• Reset automatic hoist when trip-outs occur to ensure a minimum delay in hoisting time
• Record conditions of winding engine daily and complete driver’s logbook as required
• List stoppages and callouts and reasons daily
• Perform other tasks as allocated by the supervisor with in his/her area of responsibility.
• Assist engineering team with all legal inspections required on the winding engine including dailies, weeklies, the engineer trips and shaft examinations
• Legal Compliance
• Adhere to regulations and special instructions (site specific).
• Identification and reporting of non-compliance incidents.
• Identify hazards and take remedial measures to prevent accidents/ incidents in during winding operations.
• Use signals in an appropriate manner.
• Participate and assist during audits conducted on machinery.
• Adhere to rules and regulations as set out in the MHS Act.
• Adhere to any special instructions issued by the responsible engineer. Reporting & Administration
• Report all incidents and/or accidents pertaining to the winder and/or shaft to the responsible Section Engineer and foreman.
• Complete relevant documentation required. Stakeholder Relations
• Maintaining relationships with stakeholders
• Ensuring open communication channels with all relevant stakeholders. Financial Management Cost Savings:
• Adhering to cost saving and cash conservation initiatives.
• Ensuring efficient operation of winding plant in order to save cost on maintenance and utilities where possible. Building a values‑based organisational culture
• Actively support and meaningfully participate in the execution of the segment specific organisational development plan. This support will manifest in the targeted shift in culture as described by a valid culture assessment.
• ESG Compliance
• Align to international responsible mining principles.
• SA Gold Operations: Align to World Gold Council (WGC) Responsible Gold Mining Principles (RGMPs).
• SA PGM Operations: Enhance Together for Sustainability (eTfS) initiative.
• US PGM Operations: Enhance together for ICCM principles. SHE Compliance
• Maintain and comply with SHERQ standards within the work environment.
• Participate in risk assessments and investigate and take appropriate action as per identified risks.
• Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures. SHE Management:
• Instil a culture of SHE leadership within the department. Focus on safe production & operational excellence
• Focus on safety and health as well as operational excellence
• Improve our position on global industry cost curve People Management
• Provide coaching and on-the-job training to peer/reporting staff.
• Manage performance and development of peer/reporting staff.
• Inspire team members towards high performance.

Additional Requirements

• 2-3 years’ experience as a Winding Engine Driver