Water Bowser Operator (Haul Roads) – Permanent

You'll operate heavy mining machines on shift at the open-pit manganese mine near Potchefstroom. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

You'll report in Potchefstroom. Relocation is not covered for this one. Weekend work is on a roster, so you won't be on every weekend.

• Refuel and wash the machine at the end of your shift where required
• Drill blast holes to the plan depth and angle marked by the survey team
• Haul ore and waste on the haul road loop to the crusher or dump
• Load, haul and tip with the LHD from draw points to the ore pass
• Keep radio contact with the dispatch controller and follow the right-of-way rules
• Respect the collision avoidance system warnings and park-up rules

• Code 10 or Code 14 driver's licence
• At least 2 years operating the machine in a mining environment
• Grade 10 at minimum, with Grade 12 strongly preferred
• Able to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating day and night roster
• Certificate of fitness from a mine medical practitioner

• Certificates on two or more machine types
• Fatigue management or defensive driving training
• Experience with ultra-class haul trucks

• Shift allowance for night and weekend shifts
• Company bus from nearby towns to the mine gate
• Annual performance bonus

• Name the exact machine class and size you operated, like "100-ton rigid dump truck". Mines hire by machine.
• If you live near the mine, say so. Local applicants are often preferred under the Social and Labour Plan.