Operator (Melthouse) at Rand Refinery

SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDED BUT NOT LIMITED TO

• Daily preparation of moulds for pouring and tipping.
• Assists with melting sludge deposits under the supervision of the Senior Operator.
• Charging, sampling and pouring of bullion deposits under the supervision of a Senior Operator.
• Physically weighing incoming material accurately (ensure scales do not drift) under the supervision of a Senior Operator.
• Checking, recording and reporting any mass discrepancies on material.
• Melting material in induction furnaces according to standard operating procedure (using suitable capacity furnace based on deposit size).
• Ensure molten metal is poured into moulds without spillages.
• Effective cleaning of slag from ingots to accurately account for metal as part of weight after melt process.
• Complies with and ensures that all health and safety rules are met, and acts pro-actively by addressing any safety concerns which may be harmful to self or other employees.
• The incumbent will be required adhere to safety standards, work shifts and lift heavy gold bars.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A completed Matric qualification.
• Must have worked in a similar environment for at least 1 year.

SKILLS/ COMPETENCIES

• Computer proficiency - MS Office package.
• Interpersonal skills.
• The ability to comprehend instructions pertaining to duties, including those which are in writing.