Gold One Group Limited Vacancies (Rigger Ropesman

Vacancies include:

  • Rigger Ropesman

FITTER X1 (GRADING C2)

Qualifying Criteria:

  • Grade 11 or equivalent qualification
  • Recognised Trade Certificate as a Fitter (Section 13 or Section 26D).
  • Minimum 3 years’ post-apprenticeship experience in a mining or heavy industrial environment.
  • Experience working in a conventional underground mining operation.
  • Sound knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  • Basic welding skills and pipe fitting experience.
  • Exposure to planned maintenance systems
  • Must be willing to work shifts and overtime as required.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • South African Citizenship
  • Clear Criminal Record

Note: This position will require the successful candidate to be declared medically fit by our OHP

Responsibilities:

A brief outline of duties will include, but will not be limited to, the following:

  • Candidate must be self-driven and disciplined
  • Perform maintenance, repairs, and installations on mining equipment, including pumps, conveyors, crushers, winches, and other mechanical systems.
  • Conduct inspections and fault-finding on equipment in both surface and underground operations.
  • Ensure all work is completed following health, safety, and environmental standards.
  • Maintain accurate records of completed tasks, parts used, and safety checks.
  • Participate in planned maintenance shutdowns and respond to emergency breakdowns.
  • Collaborate with the engineering and production teams to minimise downtime and improve efficiency.
  • Perform all Health and Safety-related duties in general on the Mine as per Gold One Group Limited standards
  • Adhere to MHSA standards & Gold1’s safety motto: â€śNothing is so important that it cannot be done safely.”

Permanent

Division: Modder East

Business Unit: Engineering

Minimum experience: Entry Level

Company primary industry: Mining and Metals

Job functional area: Mining

Job Description

ASSISTANT : RIGGING X3 (GRADING A)

ASSISTANT: PUMPING X9 (GRADING A)

 Qualifying Criteria :

  • Grade 11 or equivalent qualification
  • 2-3 years’ experience in Engineering in a mining or industrialized environment is essential and required
  • Knowledge of mobile crane hand signalling
  • Good knowledge of all rigging / lifting equipment
  • Good knowledge of SWL tags and name plates
  • Ability to work flexible hours and perform standby duties including Sundays and Public Holidays
  • Ability to perform physical activities (equipment and material loading and offloading unassisted, bend, climb etc.)
  • South African Citizenship

Responsibilities :

  • Provide efficient support within Engineering rigging Section
  • Assist in attaching loads to rigging to provide support or prepare them for moving, using hand and power tools
  • Assist the rigger in slinging, tie down, low balancing and hand signals to mobile crane operator
  • Assist in ensuring that all lifting tackle is up to standard by visually inspecting chain links, slings and safety catches
  • Assist in erecting, set up, and repair rigging, supporting structures, hoists, and pulling gear, using hand and power tools
  • Ensure that all mechanical lifting equipment such as chain blocks and coffin hoists are lubricated and ready for usage
  • Ensure SWL tags and name plates are visible on all lifting equipment
  • Adhere to company standards, policies and procedures
  • Adhere to MHSA standards & Gold1’s safety motto : “Nothing is so important that it cannot be done safely”

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