Banksman REF: IVP-ENG-2516 needed at Ivanhoe Mines

• IVANPLATS (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is advancing the development of its world-class palladium-rhodium-nickel-copper-gold project in the Limpopo Province near Mokopane. This unique mineral deposit will be exploited using large mechanised state-of-the-art underground mining methods, deploying the latest technology to develop this “mine of the future”. 

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• Grade 12 / N3 / Equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
• Onsetter or Banksman Certificate
• Boiler making phase 1 certificate
• IRCA Training for Construction Supervisors Certificate

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:

• 3 Years’ experience in a similar role

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

• Examining Safety devices
• Shaft examinations
• Housekeeping of shaft bank area
• Safety of personnel in shaft bank area and in the shaft
• Signaling Winding Engine Driver, Stage Operators, shaft bottom personnel
• Examining telephones, lights and signaling devices
• Hoisting of men and equipment
• Hoisting of rock disposal
• Record-keeping of Shaft logbook
• Rigging and slinging of equipment
• Report any anomalies and incidents to the shaft Foreman