Stagehand at Murray & Roberts

Introduction

• Murray & Roberts Cementation invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Stagehand to be placed in Palabora Sinking Project near Phalaborwa, Limpopo. The successful candidate will report to the Shift Supervisor. The company will provide remuneration and benefits relevant and appropriate to the position. Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South African (HDSA) candidates. Applications only open to South African Citizens / Permanent Residents.

Job description

• The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:
• Safe operation of the stage including stage inspections, installation of services and concrete lining
• Relieve the Sinker, should the need arise and take charge within agreed parameters in line with legal and safety protocols
• Sign legal declarations of workplace, record and be in charge of explosive usage
• Construction work effected to standard and within timelines
• Safe and timeous bank activities, including slinging arrangements and effective shaft signalling for the safe conveyance of equipment, material, explosives, blasted rock and people
• Effective management of the Batch Plant Operation on surface
• Conducting all assigned work in a satisfactory and competent manner
• Ensuring the safety of the employees under his/her control
• Complying with the Health and Safety policy and practices of the company
• Effective communication to ensure safe and timeous workflows
• Effective self-management and team supervision in alignment with M&RC values

Minimum requirements
Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent
• Onsetter Certificate
• Blasting Certificate (Preferred)
• Valid Medical certificate of Fitness
• Valid First Aid Certificate
• Sound verbal and written communication skills in English

 
Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:

• Previous working experience as a Stagehand
• Strong working Knowledge of Batch Plant
• Working in an underground mining environment
• Shaft sinking, Vertical # Equipping and construction experience
• Knowledge of Shaft Concrete Lining, Bank Operation, Concrete Related Work, Wet Crete Applications,