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Operator Water Bowser Job Vacancy at Ivanhoe Mines

Full Time
  • Full Time
  • Limpopo

Website Ivanhoe Mines

Ivanhoe Mines is a Canadian mining company specializing in the discovery, development, and operation of critical mineral projects in Southern Africa.

Ivanhoe Mines is a Canadian mining company specializing in the discovery, development, and operation of critical mineral projects in Southern Africa. The company, founded in 1993 by Robert Friedland, is focused on producing metals essential for the global energy transition, including copper, platinum-group metals, and zinc. Ivanhoe’s core assets are considered some of the largest and most significant mineral deposits in the world. 

Suitable candidate must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

  • Grade 12/ NQF Level 4
  • Required dover classification
  • Medical fitness

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience: 

  • 1 year Operator experience
  • Must be able to work shifts
  • Competent in Mine specific requirements

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

  • Water bowser operator is responsible for allaying dust in the pit by maintaining the scheduled route during the shift in a safe and cost-effective manner. The water bowser operator must always prefer filling water from the pit as part of pit dewatering strategy.
  • Water bowser operator is also responsible for allying dust on the muckpile and dump areas where tipping /loading taking place.
  • Ensure that the truck water spays are not blocked and are all spraying well
  • Ensure that the water cannon is working well
  • Any damages to the truck are reported and attend to urgently
  • Reach daily production targets by allaying dust on the haul road, tipping and dumping areas
  • Do risk assessment before commencing his/her job
  • Fill in a checklist and report any fault to engineering
  • Avoid any rocks or sharp objects on the road, tipping or loading areas for tyre damages
  • Report any spillage on the road to the controller to avoid any tyre damages
  • Assist load & haul supervisors to execute their work safely and cost-effectively
  • Create and maintain good and healthy relationship with other employees and all managers
  • Minimize dust on haul loads and muck piles.

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