Operator-Service Truck

Job Title: Operator-Service Truck

Job Purpose

To ensure effective and efficient service is provided to all support equipment within the mining area.

Responsibilities

• Perform Pre-start and pre-use checks on machinery.
• Confirm operational conduction of controls and all safety devices under power.
• Operate the machine within the rules and regulations of the relevant work site.
• Constantly monitor vehicle operation and report faults to the supervisor and or the workshop.
• Perform shut down and shift handovers checks on equipment.
• Move machines to required site as directed.
• Can demonstrate understanding of Mine driving regulations.
• Can demonstrate appropriate truck driving skills including, steering, backing, docking, measured turns, land positioning, stopping, and judging clearances and distances.
• Constantly monitor and respond to safety devices and read-outs whilst operating machine.
• Can demonstrate ability to operate a truck in a variety of weather conditions and terrain
• Can demonstrate proper procedure for performing safety and emergency equipment inspections.
• Assist in the maintenance of operational effectiveness of the unit.
• Can demonstrate proper procedure for inspecting truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water to verify proper/safe operating levels
• Deliver timely in the pit or around the mine lease as directed by Supervisor.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• At least a full grade twelve (12) certificate
• Truck Operator’s license or certificate.
• Class C 1 Driver’s license
• Knowledge in Basic First Aid and Basic Health and Safety
• Excellent team building, organization and communication skills
• At least 3years working experience in heavy equipment operations preferably in the mining environment.