Job Description

Job Title

Excavator Operator

Location
Project based
Semi-Skilled

Job Overview

Responsible for operating a mobile equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Operates a excavator, that is used exclusively for the transportation, moving or loading of material with a gross mass or gross combination mass exceeding 15 000kg. Works under supervision where decisions are clearly defined.
Responsibilities and Duties

• Operating Machine and other mechanical equipment
  • Ensure own permits and license are up to date and relevant for the equipment assigned to operate.
  • Carry out all legal instructions given by the Supervisor.
  • Understand and follow directions from Supervisors as to required work area.
  • Carry out Load and Haul in compliance with Safety Regulations.
  • Operate the machine in a safe and applicable manner.
  • Ensure a sound understanding of the issues involving ground disturbance.
  • Intervene promptly in emergencies.
  • Ensure that good housekeeping is maintained on the floor.
  • Do pre-start checks and post shift checks according to the procedures on the equipment assigned to operate.
  • Promptly report all defects and damages on the equipment to the Supervisor.
  • Always make use of Company PPE (e.g. sunglasses).
  • Complete timesheets daily and submit to Shift Supervisor.
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  • Attend daily safety briefing meetings as scheduled by the Client and at times by the Shift Supervisor.
  • Be Familiar with all relevant work and safety procedures issued by the Company.
  • Promptly report all accidents, safety deviations, nonconformance and transgressions at the workplace using prescribed channels.
  • Be conversant with Company policies; procedures and the Code of Good Conduct. Uphold the reputation of the company
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• Personal Development
  • Be willing to go for training if needed at the discretion of the employer Identify gaps in own development and work to master skills and competencies within own role to ensure personal development and drive high performance
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• Team contribution
  • Be willing to perform ad hoc tasks if requested.
  • Contributes to the attainment of team and organisational goals by demonstrating team commitment and collaboration.
  • Values and respects team members and others within the organisation.
  • Demonstrates inclusivity and values diversity.
  • Shares information that will benefit the team.

Qualifications & experience required

Requirements: Grade 10 and relevant mobile equipment license.

• 2 yearsxe2x80x99 experience in a mining environment
• Understand the requirements of the Mines; Health and Safety Act as they relate to mobile equipment and working environment.
• Medically fit
• Ability to work shifts
• Must pass relevant Dover Assessment
• Valid Licence for the assigned equipment