OPERATOR  – EARTH MOVING EQUIPMENT

JOB PURPOSE

To drive or operate controls of an earth moving equipment for the purpose of digging and transporting earth in a safe and timely manner.

MAIN DUTIES

(a)  Receives work instructions and proceeds to conduct physical checks as well as pre-start procedures on the assigned earth moving equipment.

(b)  Operates all heavy equipment like cranes, earth movers, bulldozers, front-end loaders, and other related equipment

(c)  Drives and controls the equipment in the right direction and angles in order to perform road work, excavation work, lifting work, etc.

(d)  Operates the equipment, performs periodical safety and maintenance or servicing checks

(e)  Maintains proper coordination and cooperation with the road and transport system while driving/working

(f)    Maintains driving log, prepares vehicle performance forms, completes daily paperwork and notifies superiors about any major repairs and maintenances.

(g)  Reports any accidents or damages/injuries for Supervisor’s immediate interventions.

(h)  Performs other duties, as and when assigned in order to support operations.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Grade 12 School Certificate
• Heavy equipment operating licence/permit
• Driving licence class CE .
• Minimum 2 years work experience in mining haulage/relevant field