Suitable candidate must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• Grade 12
• Valid driver’s license
• Medical Fitness
• Meet Dover Classification
• Ability to operate heavy machinery and equipment.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and procedures.

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience: 

• At least 1 to 2 years of experience in operating heavy equipment, especially compactors
• Have an understanding of the workings of the equipment, complying with safety regulations, and troubleshooting minor mechanical issues
• Experience with heavy equipment operation
• Proven experience as a compactor operator or similar role

Your successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

• Operating the compactor machinery and ensuring its proper functioning
• Maintaining and repairing compactor equipment as needed
• Inspecting work sites to determine the types and amounts of materials to be compacted
• Moving and manipulating raw materials using heavy machinery
• Adhering to safety and environmental regulations
• Performing routine maintenance checks and minor repairs on compactor equipment
• Monitoring the process of compacting to avoid machine malfunctions
• The ideal candidate should have a keen eye for detail, a commitment to workplace safety, and extensive experience in operating heavy machinery
• Reporting any major malfunctions or repair needs to the supervisor
• Keeping records of materials compacted
• Working in coordination with other equipment operators on the site
• The Compactor Operator will be responsible for operating heavy machinery, specifically a compactor, to compress and smooth various materials such as soil, gravel, or asphalt.