Job Description

Sand Plant Operator 1 or 2

Location:

East Boulder Mine - EB

Schedule:

Rotating - 5x4x4x5

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Operates underground backfill plants.
• Operates high- pressure slurry pumping systems.
• Monitors the slurry silo filling. Coordinates intake and output from silos.
• Monitors the slurry intake and output to the Geho back fill pumps at the sand plants as required.
• Draw density samples and record pertinent data related to back fill operations.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot breakdowns.
• Maintain operational records on a shift-by-shift basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned from time to time at the discretion of the company.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Stationary equipment operations and maintenance background.
• Piping and valve installation/maintenance.
• Monitor slurry silo filling and maintain both sand plants.
• Monitor and maintain sand pours.
• Communication skills-written and verbal.
• Perform backfill audits.
• Technical and mechanical aptitude.
• Authorized to handle explosives per the Safe Explosives Act and be familiar with their use.
• Must meet the Task Matrix Proficiency Levels for a Sand Plant Operator 1 or 2 (See Task Matrix).
• Must meet the Physical Requirements for the Sand Plant Operator 1 or 2 (see Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in the HR Office).
• Understanding of and strong commitment to all health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Preferred

• Mobile equipment experience.
• Previous sand plant experience.

Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Sibanye-Stillwater are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.