Drop Raise Operator

Drop Raise Operator Klerksdorp
- **Purpose**:_

**Responsible for overseeing all mining operations, drilling & blasting and ensuring a safe working environment**.
- **Qualifications / Requirements**:_
- Must have at least 3 Years’ experience as a Drop raise Operator
- Must have a competent certificate
- Be in possession of a valid Certificate as a Drop Raise Operator
- Must be able to operate S36 Drilling Machine
- **Skills and Experience**:_
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Winch Operator in mining
- **Added Requirements**:_
- Knowledge of applicable laws, standards and specifications.
- Medical fitness test will be required.
- **Duties**:_
- Adhere to health and safety and environmental practices according to standards and procedures.
- Responsible for his/her own safety as well as for others according to the Mine’s Health and Safety Act.
- Inspect the winch against a checklist and report items or issues that require attention
- Transport/remove broken rock, ore and material safely and cost effectively in his/her area of responsibility.
- Repair minor breakdowns and doing pre and post basic maintenance on his/her equipment.
- Assist team members with tasks such as supporting, charging up, early morning examination and equipping.

**Job Type**: Permanent

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Johannesburg, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Application Question(s):

- Do you have experience working in the mining industry?
- How many years experience do you have working as a Drop Raise Operator?

**Education**:

- Certificate (required)

**Experience**:

- mining: 2 years (required)