Drill Rig Operator (6 Months Fixed Term Contract) at De Beers Group

Job Description :

Duration: 6 Months Fixed Term Contract


DeBeers Consolidated Mines is looking for drill rig operators with extensive experience at installation of primary support, secondary support and face drilling with a double boom split feed drill rig (Sandvik DD421, DD420, DD321, DD320).


Responsibilities


Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation and health, safety, environmental and security policies and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion.
Installation of welded mesh support with split sets and roofbolts by means of the drill rig in accordance with a predetermined support pattern.
Take-over/ hand over shift from off/on-going drill rig operator, attend to any abnormalities first, and then report to the supervisor to receive further instructions.
Perform visual Inspections of equipment before, and during operation according to departmental procedure to minimise breakdowns and operational losses by the timeous reporting of defects / abnormalities to Supervisor.
Operate equipment according to relevant mining requirements and standard operating procedures to achieve daily task.
Report and record relevant operational data as required by department procedures to compile production reports.
Conduct efficient housekeeping of equipment and work area in accordance with departmental requirements.
Perform all activities according to instructions, procedures and mining needs.
Participate in cost saving initiatives and adhere to financial procedures
Assist the engineering personnel with breakdown maintenance as well as planned maintenance activities
Accountable for own workspace and activities.


Qualifications:

Formal qualifications


Grade 12/N3/ Equivalent NQF level 4 qualification
MQA Competent A and B Certificate for underground
Double Boom Drill Rig Certificate
A valid underground metalliferous blasting certificate /MQA Rock Breaking Certificate will be advantageous.


Experience required


Minimum 3 years practical experience operating double boom split feed drill rig in a trackless mechanised underground mining environment
Install primary support with welded wire mesh, split sets and resin bolts.
Drill and install long anchors with a double boom drill rig
Competent to support and drill multiple development ends in one shift
Experience with Sandvik double boom drill rigs will be a definite advantage
Experience in trackless mechanised high-speed development is advantageous
The incumbent will be required to work shifts


Additional requirement


Code B or higher Driver's License
Required classification as per VTS testing for specific role (Orange +)
Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground


Closing Date:


06 May, 2026