MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Matric certificate or equivalent
• Certificate of Competency as a Raisebore Operator
• Competency A will be an advantage
• A valid Trade Test Certificate will be an advantage
• Valid Driver’s license and own reliable transport
• Must have no criminal record
• Must be able to successfully pass all SAPS and Client screening processes
• Must be medically fit to work underground

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS

• 3 years underground experience as Raisebore Operator
• Operation, establishment, de-establishment and maintenance of Raisebore machines and equipment
• Operation of Robotic Shaft Liner will be an added advantage
• Must be able to work flexible hours and willing to relocate
• Must be willing to relocate on a temporary basis to other African countries
• Must be able to work at heights

ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all Health and Safety issues around the workplace, equipment and people are identified and eliminated
• Ensure the machine and equipment is assembled, operated and dismantled according to the Procedures, Code of Practices and manufacturer’s specifications.
• Inspect the underground work area and ensure that it is safe.
• Check if eyebolts are secured
• Clean the footwall in accordance with Procedures and Code of Practices.
• Monitor gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure the machine is working efficiently
• Monitoring and assessing performance to make improvements or take corrective action
• Routine maintenance of equipment
• Hydraulic hoses and electric cabling to be suspended separately
• Electric pack doors to be kept closed in order to prevent water from entering electric pack
• Report defects on equipment
• Monitoring and reporting malfunction of any device / gauge or equipment
• Store equipment in a safe place on completion of task or on completion of shift
• Be responsible and accountable for tools and equipment