Raisebore Operator

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Matric certificate/ equivalent

Certificate of Competency as a Raisebore Operator

Competency A & B will be an advantage

Valid driver’s license & own reliable transport

No criminal record, be able to successfully pass all SAPS and Client screening processes

Medically Fit to work underground

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

3 years’ underground experience as Raise Boring Operator

Raiseboring & drilling machines & systems

Operation of Robotic Shaft Liner will be an added advantage

Be able to work flexible hours and willing to relocate

Be willing to work outside the borders of South Africa

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Checking all Health & Safety issues around your workplace, equipment, and subordinates

Ensure the machine is assembled according to the procedures & Code of Practices as well as the manufacturer’s specifications

Inspect the hanging wall & make sure that it is safe

Check if eye bolts are secured

Clean footwall in accordance with procedure & Code of Practices as well as the manufacturers specifications

Line-up holes & drilling in accordance with marked spots, direction, procedure& Code of Practices as well as the manufacturers specifications

Be able to work at heights

Monitoring the performance of the machine ensuring optimal performance

Ensure that the following daily maintenance is conducted in accordance with procedure & Code of Practices as well as the manufacturer’s specifications before commencing drilling:

- Routine maintenance of equipment, determining the causes of operating errors
- Hydraulic hoses & electric cabling to be suspended separately
- Electric pack doors to be kept closed in order to prevent water from entering electric pack
- No oil leaks on hydraulic power pack or machine
- Reporting of defects in equipment
- Monitoring & reporting malfunction of any device/ gauge on equipment
- Store equipment in a safe place on completion of drilling or on completion of working shift
- Be responsible and accountable for tools and equipment