Job Description

JOB TITLE: Skid Steer Operator

BUSINESS UNIT: Shafts

JOB GRADING: N/A

CLOSING DATE: 04 June 2026

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To safely load and transport ore, material by means of a Skid Steer Loader.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 or NQF 4 equivalent is essential.
• Skid Steer Operator Certificate is essential.
• 1-year underground experience within the mining environment is essential

COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrate understanding of the importance of safe and efficient transport processes in an underground hard rock environment
• Demonstrate knowledge of the most common harmful gases and vapors.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the relevant terminology used in mining-range of underground hard rock.
• Demonstrate an awareness of customer service.
• Operate a Skid Steer Loader underground.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Check Mobile Equipment at start of shift and at end of shift for any defects.
• Operates the Mobile Equipment in accordance with laid down procedures.
• Maintains the Mobile Equipment in good order
• Transports materials by means of a Steer Loader in an underground workplace.
• Takes charge of and drives a trackless mobile machine in an underground mine.
• Adheres to rules and regulations of underground transport.
• Supports and participates in change management initiatives to drive transformation and optimization.
• Provides relevant support to stakeholders to ensure team objectives are achieved.
• Adheres to safety regulations and mine standards, procedures and practices and reports non-compliance.
• Participates in regular safety meetings and makes recommendations to ensure overall safety.
• Performs regular inspections in area of work and report hazards to ensure environment is safety and hazard free and recommends remedial action where necessary.

Internal applications must be accompanied by a line managers approval of your application.

Our people set us apart and make us a winning team we are excited to have someone new join our ranks

IMPORTANT:

Short listed candidates may be subjected to a psychometric assessment. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, the Company's Recruitment Policy, and Employment Equity Plan.

Should you not hear from the human resources department within 30 days after the closing date of applications, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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