Key Responsibilities:

• Operate Front End Loader: Safely and efficiently operate front-end loaders to load trucks, move materials, and stockpile in designated areas as required.
• Material Handling: Load, transport, and distribute various types of materials, including gravel, sand, rocks, and other bulk materials, as per project requirements.
• Maintenance & Inspections: Conduct daily inspections of the front-end loader, ensuring it is in optimal working condition, and report any faults or required maintenance to the supervisor.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and reporting of any unsafe conditions or incidents on-site.
• Coordination: Work closely with site supervisors and other team members to ensure smooth and efficient site operations.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate logs of materials handled, machine usage, and other required operational data.
• Quality Control: Ensure that the materials are handled with precision and care, avoiding damage or loss during transportation.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Certification: Valid front-end loader operator certification.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of proven experience in front-end loader operation, preferably in the mining, construction, or heavy industrial sectors.
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of loader operations, basic mechanical troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance.
• Safety Knowledge: In-depth understanding of safety protocols and regulations in an industrial or mining environment.
• Driving License: Valid South African Code 10 (C1) drivers license or higher is advantageous.
• Own Transport to get to plant

Key Competencies:

• Attention to Detail: Ensure precision in material handling and adhere to quality standards.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with team members and supervisors.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify operational issues and troubleshoot basic mechanical problems.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to handle the physical demands of operating heavy machinery for extended periods.