Purpose

Safely operate and manoeuvre mobile cranes to lift, move, and position heavy loads within mining sites.

The Work: Key Outputs and Accountabilities

Safety, Health and Environment

Adhere to all health and safety practices requirements and promote good housekeeping to ensure compliance and an environment where team members can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment
Active participation in safety initiatives, i.e. SLAM, HPH
Conduct the required safety interventions before undertaking any tasks
Ensure a clear working area, legibility and visibility of safety signs and attend to spillage material to prevent contamination and pollution; keep a record of actions taken.
Active participation in SLAMs, HPHs, relevant Risk Assessments and close-out of Safety Actions.
Performance and Delivery

Equipment and Load Handling:

Collaborate with the relevant team to coordinate lifting and positioning activities.
Adhere to strict safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
Conduct pre-operational checks on the crane to ensure it is in proper working condition.
Navigate the crane through the mining site, considering terrain, obstacles, and other site-specific conditions.
Coordinate with spotters and ground crews to ensure safe crane movements and maintain effective communication using hand signals, radio, or other means.
Operate mobile cranes to lift and move heavy materials, machinery, and equipment at mining sites.

ove cranes into position, considering load weight, capacity, and site conditions.
Lift, lower, and swing loads using the crane's hoisting mechanisms.
Rig loads properly to ensure stability and safety during lifting operations.



Qualifications

Grade 12/N3 Technical
Mobile Crane Licence
Code 14 Drivers License

Technical Knowledge

2 -3 years’ relevant mobile crane experience
Pre-shift inspection procedures
Hand Signal and Radio procedures
Mobile Crane procedures
Acquainted with the section’s layout

Technical Skills

Identifies problems effectively
Demonstrates keen observation skills
Prioritises safety vigilantly
Manages time efficiently
Maintain a disciplined approach
Social Process Skills
Sets and pursues goals effectively