Miner - Pre-Production (6 Months Fixed Term Contract) at De Beers Group

Job Description :


Duration: 6 Months Fixed Term Contract
The Miner: Development is responsible for controlling the development mining process by the optimal utilisation of people and equipment to achieve stipulated targets in accordance with the mining plan.


The incumbent is accountable for:


Coordinating and monitoring development mining activities to ensure adherence to mine standards and operational targets
Planning activities in accordance with the mining plan and allocating resources as required
Coordinating shift hand over at the beginning of the shift by checking relevant documentation, the required physical mining activities and communicating tasks to team members of the development mining crew
Comply with requirements as per a miner's appointment under the MHSA
Good written English and oral communication including public speaking in front of large groups


Qualifications:

Education required:


Grade 12 / N3 / Equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
Blasting Certificate for Underground Hard Rock / Equivalent qualification


Experience & knowledge required:


Minimum 3-5 years' underground mining experience as a Development Miner of which at least 1 year must have included the supervisory skills of planning, organising, leading and controlling


Knowledge and understanding of:


Underground mining practices
Trackless Mining in underground hard rock mine
Safety, Health and Environmental Legislation and standards applicable to underground mining
Willingness and ability to work shifts, do standby duties, call-outs, and work overtime as per what the role will require


Other requirements:


Code B Driver's License
Medical Certificate of Fitness to work underground
The post is dependent on the successful completion of the Company's pre-employment protocol such as qualifications verification, relevant psychometric assessments and a clear security clearance


Closing Date:


27 June, 2026