Job Advert Summary
Tube & Pipe (Mac City - Elandsfontein) is looking for a dynamic and skilled crane driver for the production environment. The successful candidate will ensure safe, efficient offloading of bundles from the storage conveyor onto trailers, maintain lifting equipment and slings in good working order, and support the bundling operator and tube maker during changeovers — all while working safely and independently within a fast-paced production environment.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 (able to read, write and speak English)
Strong co-ordination and physical dexterity
Valid Crane License (proof of certification required)
Proven ability to operate an overhead travelling crane, including slinging
Physically fit, with the ability to remain on your feet for extended periods
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong team player, comfortable working within a team environment
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure that the overhead traveling crane is in a good working condition
Ensure that all lifting equipment and slings are in a good condition
Visually check pipe and tube ends to ensure no burrs exits, and that labels are securely attached to each bundle being offloaded from the storage conveyor
Ensure there are sufficient trailers available and that they are parked close to storage conveyor (minimal crane travel)
Ensure that straps on bundles are secure
Ensure timely off-loading of storage conveyor, so as not to stop bundle process
If there is a crane breakdown, arrange forklift to remove bundles and load bundles onto trailers, this is to prevent mill from stopping
Ensure that full trailers are taken away and replaced with empty trailers by the DC
Ensure that all documentation (log books are completed) for crane and lifting equipment is completed daily
Assist bundling operator to set-up bundling process during a changeover
Assist bundling operator to ensure good housekeeping
Must work safely at all times (stop, think, plan and do)
Ensure that the remote control is kept in a good working order and that the batteries are changed timorously
When transporting bundles and loads ensure that the siren is operated, to make people aware of load
Ensure all bundles are handled with care, to ensure that bundles are not damaged during transporting, especially against trailer uprights
Assist Tube maker with change overs on mill
Deadline:14th August,2026