Section Rock Mechanic
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Job Location:
Thabazimbi - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Section Rock Mechanic is responsible for assisting the Shaft Rock Engineer with strata control issues. The work focus timeframe is at present up to 2 years but some plans may have a longer timeframe
Job responsibilities include:
- To undertake regular underground visits to monitor compliance to standards and to delineate areas with possible strata control problems.
- Carry out appropriate rock engineering measurement.
- Liaise with the Shift Supervisors to determine their individual needs according to their operational plans or problems encountered.
- Input relevant data into plans and layouts.
- Monitor underground conditions and reporting to the Shaft Rock Engineer.
- Guideline management in standards for section safety and performance.
- Monitor legal conformance to procedures and standards in terms of rock engineering responsibilities e.g. Codes of Practice during underground visits.
- Participation in the investigation of relevant rock engineering related incidents and accidents.
- Support the Shaft Rock Engineer with rock engineering information to compile reports.
- Do regular Rockmass classifications during underground visits to build up a database.
- Assist the Shaft Rock Engineer with the monthly risk assessments.
- Assist with the reviewing of mining layouts.
- Gives training to the operations personnel in strata control factors.
- Monitors and reports stability of underground workings.
- Assist with the testing of rock properties.
- Assist the Shaft Rock Engineer with projects trials and underground tests.
This role is at a D1 level reporting to the Shaft Rock Engineer.
Qualifications :
- Matric with Maths and Science
- Chamber of Mines Certificate in Strata Control with either a Degree/Diploma in Geology/Mining or P1 P2 and P3 of the Chamber of Mines Certificate in Rock Mechanics.
Experience
- Minimum 5 Geotechnical/Rock Engineering years experience in hard rock underground mining
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 - 03 March 2026
Privacy policy - Valterra Platinum
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
Key Skills
- Mechanic Experience
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- Mechanical Knowledge
- Air Brake
- Alignment
- Automotive Diagnostics
- Automotive Repair
- Maintenance
- Welding
- Hydraulics
- Equipment Repair
- Leadership Experience
About Company
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