Dump Truck Operator (Open Pit)

You'll operate heavy mining machines on shift at the underground platinum mine using trackless mobile machinery near Bloemfontein. Expect to be trusted with real work from your first week.

You'll report in Bloemfontein. Relocation is not covered for this one.

• Haul ore and waste on the haul road loop to the crusher or dump
• Respect the collision avoidance system warnings and park-up rules
• Refuel and wash the machine at the end of your shift where required
• Load, haul and tip with the LHD from draw points to the ore pass
• Report defects and lock out the machine for the maintenance crew
• Push and level material on dumps and stockpiles with the dozer

• Valid operator certificate for the specific machine, from an MQA-accredited provider
• Code 10 or Code 14 driver's licence
• Able to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating day and night roster
• Certificate of fitness from a mine medical practitioner

• Machine training instructor experience
• Fatigue management or defensive driving training

• Annual performance bonus
• Medical aid subsidy
• Shift allowance for night and weekend shifts

• If you live near the mine, say so. Local applicants are often preferred under the Social and Labour Plan.
• Put your operator certificate expiry dates on the CV. Expired tickets are the top reason operators get filtered out.