Front End Loader Operator

Front End Loader Operator

Purpose of Role

To actively transport blasted reef and other materials from the mining pit within Tharisa Minerals (TM) by accepting the load of materials into the Front-End Loader (FEL) and moving it to the Rom Pad for processing, in a safe and cost-effective manner. To load dump trucks with the front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket in order to clean the loading and drilling areas of the mine

Role Context

Health and Safety

• Conduct risk and safety inspections, identifying and reporting any risks within the allocated area of operations and completing the requisite checklist recording the associated risks
• Conduct a prestart safety checklist by inspecting the FEL machine, identifying any risks and concerns and escalating them to the control room and supervisor ensuring all safety requirements are met before the respective FEL is put into operation for the day
• Conduct continuous risk assessments throughout the day by proactively identifying and reporting identified risks within the areas of operation and collaborating with the various departments to support and maintain a safe working environment
• Maintain and manage one’s own health and safety across the area of operations by adhering to all health and safety protocols and procedures in order to minimise any incidents within the working environment
• Promote a culture of Zero harm and emphasize compliance to TM policies, values and ethics, so as to cultivate a workplace culture focused on safety and adherence to company policies, values, and ethical standards

Equipment Operations

• Conduct a prestart safety checklist by inspecting the allocated FEL machine, identifying any risks and concerns, and escalating them to the control room and supervisor ensuring all safety requirements are met before the respective FEL is put into operation for the day
• Manage load and weight distribution across the various FEL being operated within this role by understanding weight distribution requirements and constraints for the respective FEL to maintain stability and minimise spillage during transport.
• Contribute toward the construction of the roads in and around the mine as required by business by transporting and laying the respective materials required to build and maintain the roads.
• Manoeuvre the FEL into, around and across various sites, including confined and elevated spaces by analysing the various inclines and environmental factors in order to position the FEL for optimal loading, minimising unnecessary risk and managing the optimal load for transportation
• Work according to the daily and weekly plan by engaging with the supervisor to understand the intended targets and notifying them of any potential delays (due to breakdowns or any other causes) to enable continuous monitoring of target achievements
• Conduct daily housekeeping on the FEL that this role has worked with by cleaning the cabins, conducting an end of shift inspection on the FEL and ensuring any required maintenance or cleaning is scheduled accordingly to keep the FEL in peak operational condition
• Investigate any accident or incident damage with the artisan and the safety officer by recounting the event and identifying the cause of the incident

Daily Planning

• Work in line with the established timelines and pressures by driving adherence to the daily and weekly operational plans as well as prioritising adhoc daily requests for movements of loads outside of the allocated ‘block/s’
• Work according to the daily and weekly plan by engaging with the supervisor to understand the intended targets and notifying them of any potential delays (due to breakdowns or any other causes) to enable continuous monitoring of target achievements

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Matric/Grade 12 (NQF4)
• Code 10 Drivers Licence
• FEL Certificate
• Any other relevant certifications

Job specific experience :

• Minimum of 1 - 2 years of experience having worked in a similar type of role, in mining or heavy industry environment 

Inherent requirements:

Must be medically fit

Closing date: 29 May 2024