Miner: Production

Petra Diamonds Limited is one of the world’s

leading suppliers of rough diamonds and one of

the largest independent diamond groups by
resource. It’s a polished diamond we are after
for this role - an individual that clearly outshines
his/her peers**:| CULLINAN DIAMOND MINE (PTY) LTD**

*Miner: Production - Internal and External
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Cullinan Diamond Mine is situated in the town of Cullinan 30km east from Pretoria.

*Reference No: CUL621 Job Grade: C2
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**ROLE DESCRIPTION**:Reporting to the Shiftboss**, **the role will control the ore extraction to ensure optimal utilisation of people and
equipment to obtain production and safety targets.

*TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Responsible to conduct start of shift waiting place procedure i.e. safety meetings and general communication to team.
- Perform risk assessments (Activity Based and Mini) and PTO's in line with company Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs), Safe
Work Procedures (SWPs) and standards.
- Enforce and ensure that people wear the correct PPE at all times.
- Responsible for examining, making and declaring workplaces safe and healthy for work.
- Responsible to make unsafe areas safe and where not possible the area to be barricaded and reported to supervisor for
further evaluation and appropriate action to be taken.
- Ensures that the necessary safety precautions are taken before detonating explosives.
- Monitor and maintain a safe and healthy working environment in the work place.
- Responsible for testing, monitoring and controlling gases.
- Responsible for ensuring the implementation of ventilation layouts and the maintenance and compliance of proper ventilation
standards underground.
- Ensure adherence to related legislation and company policies, procedures and COP's.
- Conduct general massive mining operations (i.e. Development Drilling and Blasting ; Long Hole drilling & blasting, secondary
blasting, production loading, draw control compliance, allocation of machinery and equipment, management of people) to
obtain the required production targets.
- Supervise and execute blasting operations such as controlling of explosives, preparing working face for blasting, charging up
of face and sites, conducting blasting and treating misfires.
- Responsible for day to day reporting, planning, controlling, leading and organising repairs and breakdowns.
- Control the utilisation of allocated resources (i.e. People, machines and equipment).
- Responsible to inspect materials, products or equipment to detect defects / malfunctioning and report to CCR/Supervisor
accordingly.
- Responsible to operate machinery and equipment in area of responsibility as and when required.
- Responsible to install, maintain, support and remove temporary support in mining excavations.
- Identify deviations or non-conformances, plan and implementing corrective actions to ensure attainment of the production plan.
- Takes cognisance of and adhere to Company policies, procedures and relevant legislation. Manage and report on non
compliance issues.
- Model behaviour that is consistent with the Company Safety, Health and Environment Vision and Values. Manage and report
on non compliance issues.
- Ensure that all Mining reporting is aligned with standards, guidelines and schedules.
Establish and maintain good working relationships and an effective / sound communication system with the Mining Function.
- Supervises subordinates in the designated area..
- Effective Team Player and Effective Self-Management.

*MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

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Grade 12 / NQF Level 4
- Blasting Certificate OR National Certificate Rock breaking Underground Hard Rock Level 3.***
A minimum of 2 years relevant mining experience after obtaining a blasting certificate.***
Computer Literacy and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Valid Drivers’ License*
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*ADVANTAGE:

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Drill Rig Operator experience (Production Type Rig as per operational requirement)

*TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

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Conduct primary and secondary rock breaking operations in a safe and proper manner in accordance with legislation
requirements.
- Control the utilisation of resources
- Demonstrate understanding of explosives handling.
- Identify hazards or potential hazards and follow the appropriate procedures.
- Have knowledge and skill in adhering to occupational safety, health and environmental policies, procedures and legislative
requirements.
- Licensed and be able to operate machinery and equipment under area of control.

*BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

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Strategic Planning; Creating a Culture of Trust; Inspiring Others; Facilitating Change; Customer Focus; Driving for Results;
Decision Making; Communication; Safety Leadership; Creating an Inclusive Environment; Managing Relationships; Delegation
and Empowerment.

residence may be requested).

*documentation will not be considered.
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**Please note that Petra Diamonds does not require any form of payment for recruitment purposes. If you are approached in this regard, you**
**should report the incident imm