Development Miner (Hard Rock)

Underground, the miner sets the pace and the safety standard. This chrome and manganese mine near Polokwane needs that person. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

You'll report in Polokwane. Relocation is not covered for this one. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

• Charge up holes and connect initiation systems for the blast
• Test for flammable gas and check ventilation before and after blasting
• Mark off drilling holes to the standard pattern and check the drilling
• Do the early entry examination and make the workplace safe before the crew enters
• Clear the area, post guards and blast on time as the blasting certificate allows
• Report misfires straight away and handle them strictly by the procedure
• Bar down loose rock and install support to the section's support standard

• No serious safety transgressions in your record
• Certificate of fitness from the mine medical station, including heat tolerance screening where required
• Sound knowledge of your commodity's mining method and support standards
• Able to lead a crew of 8 to 20 people in a language they understand
• Valid blasting certificate issued under the Mine Health and Safety Act

• Shift Supervisor certificate or Mine Overseer learning
• Experience in trackless mechanised sections
• First aid certificate current

• Housing or living-out allowance
• Production bonus based on metres or square metres achieved
• Medical aid and mine medical station access
• Underground allowance for every shift below surface

• Be honest about any section 54 stoppages you were involved in and what you changed after.
• Mines check your safety record with previous employers. Mention any safety awards or zero-harm periods your crew achieved.