Rock Engineering Technician
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Job Location:
Mokopane - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- To undertake regular slope monitoring inspections to monitor compliance to the Codes of Practice and Procedures and to identify areas with possible slope instability.
- Monitors and reports stability of open pit slopes on daily basis.
- Liaise with the Foremans Shift Supervisors and Pit Superintendents on shifts.
- Monitor Slope instability using slope monitoring instruments in Mogalakwena slope monitoring strategy(i.e. Radars Piezometers T4D and Geomos) and report to the Strata Control Officer.
- Guideline supervision in standards for safety and performance.
- Participation in the investigation of relevant Rock Engineering related incidents and accidents.
- Support the Strata Control Officer/Section Rock Mechanics with rock engineering information to compile reports.
- Gives training to the operations personnel in basic Hazard Identification and risk management.
- Willing and flexible to work 4/4 roster and 74 work arrangements. Attends training courses as prescribed by the responsible Rock Engineer Receptive to on-the-job training
This role is at a Band 8 level reporting to the Pit Rock Engineer
Qualifications :
Qualifications
- Matric with Maths and Physical Science 60% and above
- Diploma/Degree in Mining or Geology will be advantageous
Experience
- 1-year experience in Mining or Technical environment
Additional Information :
What We Offer
At Valterra Platinum you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.
We offer:
- Meaningful work in a high-performance values-led environment.
- Market-aligned reward and recognition.
- Opportunities for learning development and progression.
- A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
- A clear commitment to safe Operations.
Inclusion and Diversity
Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.
Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms these include all acts of gender based violence bullying harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful inclusive and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.
How to Apply
To apply for this role please complete our online application form via this job advert.
Closing Date: 07 November 2025
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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About Company
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