Join us as a General Miner you will be legal accountability for construction blasting in terms of the MHSA and will be required to contribute and assist the mining team with the execution of all tasks relating to the role.
You will be responsible to ensure that rules/regulations and management specifics pertaining to daily tasks are complied with, and to deal with/report any breaching thereof.
Closing date 21 July 2020
We take safety serious. So will you.
Safe. Smart. Sustainable. Probably not the first words you typically associate with mining, but Anglo American is not your typical mining company. Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business.
Job Description:
You will be responsible for varied in the mining structure from moving men, material and ore to construction within the mining domain.
- Ensure that the working areas are safe through inspections and ensure that safety and mining standards are adhered to
- Ensure that up to date operating standards and procedures are communicated, applied and understood by the team.
- Manage explosives and prepare blasting area to standard to ensure safe effective blasting.
- Monitor and correct the process regularly to ensure conformance to and understanding of standards.
- Will execute any reasonable work instruction provided by any senior or team members to ensure the effective completion of a task or safe making of an area.
- Provide advice to team on the technical requirements to optimise performance.
This role is in the Mining Department at a C2 level reporting to the Shift Supervisor
Qualifications:
You need to have the following qualifications and experience:
- Matric
- Blasting Certificate
- Passed area specific training modules for logistics role at a Crew Captain level in mining
- Three years experience as an underground miner/ Crew Captain
Additional information:
- Valid Code 08 drivers licence
What we offer
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time.
Background Checks
If your application is successful, criminal and other background checks, where appropriate, will be required.
Inclusion and Diversity
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.
How we are committed to your safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer
How to apply
To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.
Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.
If you do not hear from the Company within 21 days after the application deadline, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.