Murray & Roberts – Learner Operator Raise Drilling 2024

Job Title: Learner Operator Raise Drilling

Position Summary:
Cementation, a leading company in the Mining & Quarrying industry, is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Learner Operator Raise Drilling. The successful candidate will be based at the Modikwa Mine near Burgersfort, Limpopo, and will report to the Shift Supervisor Raise Drilling. This is a permanent position with a competitive market-related remuneration.

Location: Lephalale / Ellisras

Closing Date: 25 January 2024

Industry: Mining & Quarrying

Job Category: Other: Mining

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

Introduction:
Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals to join our dynamic team. The Learner Operator Raise Drilling will undergo training and development at the M&RC Training Academy, gaining hands-on experience under the supervision of skilled professionals.

Job Description:
The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to:

  • Effectively supervising a team of general workers and performing the duties of a drilling operator to achieve competency at this entry level role.
  • Successfully completing on-the-job practical work and theory at the M&RC Training Academy.
  • Safely operating raise drilling machines under supervision.
  • Following lockout procedures.
  • Completing administrative tasks accurately and timely.
  • Understanding and complying with M&RC’s standards, policies, procedures, and safety protocols.

Minimum Requirements:
Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

  • Grade 12 or NQF 4 equivalent.
  • Raise Drilling Operator training program [Theory essential].
  • Competency B.
  • Good English written and verbal communication skills.

Work Experience:
Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:

  • At least 2 years’ experience as a Raise Drilling General Worker (Advantageous).
  • Sound knowledge of raise drilling operations and methods.
  • Understanding of a baseline risk assessment with the ability to complete an issue-based risk assessment independently [essential].

How To Apply: