Grader Operator – North West Full Time

The Grader Operator is responsible for haul road construction, road maintenance, bench preparations for drills and any other work that requires a Grader

Role Context

Equipment Operations

• Ensure that the shift production is achieved
• Any damage to the machine is reported and attend to urgently
• Use survey notes or instruction for any planned construction work
• Grade according to the planned line-up
• Fill in a checklist and report any fault to engineering
• Assist load & haul supervisors to execute their work safely and cost-effectively

Daily Planning

• Work in line with the established timelines and pressures by driving adherence to the daily and weekly operational plans as well as prioritising adhoc daily requests
• Work according to the daily and weekly plan by engaging with the supervisor to understand the intended targets and notifying them of any potential delays (due to breakdowns or any other causes) to enable continuous monitoring of target achievements

Resource Management

• Use assets and resources optimally within own area of responsibility

Stakeholder Relations

• Create and maintain good and healthy relationships with other employees and all managers

Risk, Safety and Compliance

• Conduct risk and safety inspections, identifying and reporting any risks within the allocated area of operations and completing the requisite checklist recording the associated risks
• Conduct a prestart safety checklist by inspecting the allocated Grader machine, identifying any risks and concerns and escalating them to the control room and supervisor ensuring all safety requirements are met before the respective Grader is put into operation for the day
• Conduct continuous risk assessments throughout the day by proactively identifying and reporting identified risks within the areas of operation and collaborating with the various departments to support and maintain a safe working environment
• Maintain and manage one’s own health and safety across the area of operations by adhering to all health and safety protocols and procedures in order to minimise any incidents within the working environment
• Promote a culture of Zero harm and emphasize compliance to TM policies, values and ethics, so as to cultivate a workplace culture focused on safety and adherence to company policies, values, and ethical standards

Qualifications :

• Grade 12 (NQF4)
• Must pass both medical and dover tests

Job-specific experience:

• 1 – 2 years of experience operating a Grader in open cast mining
• Competent in relevant unit standards
• Valid driving licence code 08/14
• Relevant licence of operation for Grader

Inherent requirements

Must be medically fit

Closing date: 28 April 2026

Please note that, in line with our Employment Equity requirements, preference will be given to designated positions