Excavator Driver; Mining
Job in
Hartbeespoort, 0216, South Africa
Listed on 2026-07-09
Listing for:
Greys Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-09
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor / Trades
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Hartbeespoort
A Client of ours is looking for an Excavator Operator in the Brits area to safely and efficiently operate excavators in a mining environment to excavate, load, move, and stockpile ore, waste rock, and other materials while complying with all mine safety regulations, production targets, and environmental standards.
Minimum Qualifications
- Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent.
- Valid Excavator Operator Certificate from an accredited training provider.
- Valid Driver's Licence (advantageous).
- Medical certificate declaring fitness to work in a mining environment.
- Competent A or B (where required by legislation or company policy).
- Minimum of 3 years' experience operating excavators in an open-pit or underground mining environment.
- Experience loading articulated dump trucks or rigid dump trucks.
- Experience working in production mining.
- Experience operating large hydraulic excavators (preferred).
- Operate hydraulic excavators of various sizes safely and efficiently.
- Excavate, load, and move ore, waste, and overburden according to the mine plan.
- Load haul trucks accurately to maximize productivity and minimize spillage.
- Perform pre-start inspections and complete daily equipment checklists.
- Report mechanical defects, breakdowns, and unsafe conditions immediately.
- Conduct routine cleaning and basic maintenance of the excavator.
- Follow production schedules and supervisor instructions.
- Work safely around haul trucks, dozers, graders, and other heavy equipment.
- Maintain awareness of ground conditions, high walls, benches, and exclusion zones.
- Ensure compliance with Mine Health and Safety regulations and company procedures.
- Minimize equipment wear by operating machinery correctly.
- Complete production, inspection, and shift reports accurately.
- Assist during blasting preparations and follow all blast clearance procedures.
- Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and training sessions.
- Maintain good housekeeping around work areas.
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