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Drilling Assistant at Afrimat
Afrimat
September 16, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Minimum Qualifications / Experience / Key Competencies
Grade 12 certificate
Minimum of 1 to 3 years' experience in an open pit-mining environment
Strong communication skills both verbal and written
Able to work well under pressure
Own Transport & accommodation
Blast assistant certificate will be an advantage
Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):
Assist Drill Rig Operator with drilling activities
Ensure sufficient drill holes are cleaned for the day's production
Drilled holes properly plugged
Assist with sharpening of drill bits
Ensure that no less than 2 buckets of stemming are placed next to each drilled hole
Continually monitor drill rig, report any mechanical faults to Operator
Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor / Manager
Help with blasting activities
Please send the following documents to apply:
Please upload the following documents in one file with the application form to the right. (File size no bigger than 3 MB)
CV
Certified ID copy
Training Certificates
The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.
Closing Date: 25 September 2026
Grade 12 certificate
Minimum of 1 to 3 years' experience in an open pit-mining environment
Strong communication skills both verbal and written
Able to work well under pressure
Own Transport & accommodation
Blast assistant certificate will be an advantage
Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):
Assist Drill Rig Operator with drilling activities
Ensure sufficient drill holes are cleaned for the day's production
Drilled holes properly plugged
Assist with sharpening of drill bits
Ensure that no less than 2 buckets of stemming are placed next to each drilled hole
Continually monitor drill rig, report any mechanical faults to Operator
Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor / Manager
Help with blasting activities
Please send the following documents to apply:
Please upload the following documents in one file with the application form to the right. (File size no bigger than 3 MB)
CV
Certified ID copy
Training Certificates
The candidates must be medically fit in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act and the Company standards for medical fitness.
Closing Date: 25 September 2026