Operator GR4: Manitou

Qualifying Criteria:

• Grade 11 or equivalent qualification
• Basic Level : MQA Competency B Certificate; Relevant Qualifications, courses and licenses
• 1-3 years’ experience in a mining environment is essential and required
• Trackless Mining experience is essential and required
• Proficient in English and any other of the 11 official languages
• Applicant must possess good verbal communication skills
• South African Citizenship
• Clear Criminal Record

Responsibilities:

• Work a cycle or rotation of shifts
• Responsible for operating the Manitou
• Assist with and monitor preventative and breakdown maintenance during shift (fill up fuel, oil, lubrication, etc.)
• Be observant / vigilant when operating the Manitou carrying / or transporting equipment, assisting in installation of pipes (vent and water pipes etc.) and other related duties that are performed at heights
• Verify level of the machine using specified levels
• Ensure that the machine is in good operating order and report any faults and inconsistencies to Supervisor and Control Room
• Always take instructions from the Supervisor responsible for the area / work place
• Manage and maintain in area of responsibility in accordance with mine standards, procedures and practices
• Adhere to MHSA standards & Gold1’s safety motto : “Nothing is so important that it cannot be done safely”