Shaftman Grade 3 at Murray & Roberts

Job description

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

• Engineering installations are constructed according to agreed standards, procedures and specifications
• Achievement of quality standards within tolerances
• Effective risk management and compliance with DMR, M&RC and client requirements
• Cost containment
• Effective stakeholder engagement
• Competent, motivated and positive team
• Effective self-management and alignment with M&RC values and leadership initiatives
• Conducting all assigned work in a satisfactory and competent manner
• Ensuring the safety of the employees under his/her contro
• Complying with the Health and Safety policy and practices of the company

Minimum requirements

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• Grade 12 or NQF 4 equivalent
• Valid Blasting Certificate for specific mining sector (metalliferous) Essential
• Onsetters Certificate Essential
• Valid First Aid Certificate
• Competency A, B & BA advantageous
• Sound verbal and written communication skills in English

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:

• 5 years mining industry experience (underground and surface)
• 5 years shaft sinking experience at the shaft bench.
• Experience managing a crew at the shaft bench.
• Sound drilling and blasting knowledge for the specific mining sector
• Knowledge of sound people management practices, including basic conditions of employment.
• Extensive shaft sinking experience and all related disciplines (Preferred)
• Able to identify rock strata conditions and their relevant supports