Anglo American is Hiring -Only Need GRADE 10

Business Unit / Group Function:

Platinum

Discipline:

Mining

Location:

Mokopane, South Africa

Reference Id:

REF1406S

Experience / Work Type:

Entry Level / Permanent Employee

Overview

Company Description:

Our Platinum business mines, processes and refines the entire range of platinum group metals (PGMs): platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and osmium.

We are the world’s leading primary producer of PGMs, which have a range of specialised applications that improve lives across the world – from vehicle fuel cells to jewellery; dentistry to glassmaking; pacemakers to petroleum refining.

Be part of the team. The team that makes it happen.

Job Description:

The Track Dozer Operator is responsible for effectively operating the Track Dozer to support the Mining Operations.

Your key responsibilities will include
Effective support for Mining Operations:
Ensures work/loading areas are in an acceptable condition for use;

• Build new roads as and when required according to set requirements
• Ensure that the loading areas are well maintained by dozing
• Ensure that there are no spillages in the loading area
• Monitor condition of loading area/ and respond appropriately to deviations
• Ensure tower bases are moved to correct positions as required
• Clean all spillages in area
• Dress the loading area with fines as required
• Ensure that required grade elevation is maintained
• Keep floors level by ripping off any high spots/protruding rocks

Maintain dumping areas to set standards;

• Dress the dumping area with fines as required
• Ensure that the dumping areas are well maintained by dozing
• Ensure that there are no spillages in the dump area
• Ensure area is adequately lit during darkness
• Ensure that haul trucks are tipping according to procedure
• Build safety berms 1.5m high
• Build ramps to the grade required
• Monitor condition of dump areas and respond appropriately to deviations

Support maintenance of operating equipment to set standards;

• Conduct daily inspections of equipment prior to usage
• Report any defects or deviations observed/to the dispatch operators
• Assist in maintaining prescribed lubricant, cooling and battery water levels
• Clean the operator cab at the end of the shift.

Safety, Health and Environment;
Areas meets safety and health specifications

• Utilizes required PPE and safety devices
• Constantly examines work and work environment for hazardous conditions
• Responds to or reports identified hazards
• Conducts all work activities according to safety specifications
• Ensures housekeeping standards are adhered to
• Adheres to Foreman’s hand signals at all times
• Participate in all safety related activities and attend required safety training

Qualifications:

Qualifications;
•    Grade 10 with Maths and English or Equivalent
Experience; 
•    1-year Track Dozer operation experience (Open pit experience is essential and experience in the maintenance of equipment – advantageous)
Knowledge and Skills;
•    Competent in relevant unit standards/supplier certificate
•    Open pit experience is essential

Additional information:

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

Complete online application here