Miner (Conventional Gold Mining)

This underground platinum mine near Lephalale needs a miner who makes every workplace safe before a single hole is drilled. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

The site is in Lephalale; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

• Clear the area, post guards and blast on time as the blasting certificate allows
• Book explosives in and out of the magazine and keep the register accurate
• Stop work when a condition is unsafe, using your right to withdraw
• Test for flammable gas and check ventilation before and after blasting
• Do the early entry examination and make the workplace safe before the crew enters
• Charge up holes and connect initiation systems for the blast

• 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
• At least 3 years underground, with at least 1 as a certificated miner
• Valid blasting certificate issued under the Mine Health and Safety Act

• Production bonus based on metres or square metres achieved
• Housing or living-out allowance
• Underground allowance for every shift below surface
• Pension fund with employer contributions

• List each mine, commodity and mining method on your CV, like "conventional stoping, platinum, 4 years".
• Mines check your safety record with previous employers. Mention any safety awards or zero-harm periods your crew achieved.