Loader Operator

About This Role:

• To operate loader at Newmont to deliver material to the appropriate location (primary and oxide crusher, stockpile or waste dump) destination and conduct cleanup activities in a safe and controlled manner.
   

In This Role You Will:

Loader Pre-Shift and On-Shift Activities

• Attend all pre-shift instruction meetings.
• Communicate with and receive instruction from the Mine Operations Shift Supervisor and follow the specified instruction and working plan, prior to the execution of activities.
• Understand the loading activities that need to be completed and the designated location of loading activities.
• Conduct work assessments and risk assessments and prior to loading.
• Perform pre-start checks on the loader and log results onto the JIGSAW system.
• Assess the working area to be loaded to determine how to approach the activity.
• Follow laid-down loading procedures and instructions.
• Operate loader machinery according to standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and standard task procedures (STP’s).
• Operate both the CAT 992K and 992G and 966 Loader safely and competently.
• Load trucks to appropriate weights and dimensions following the CAT10/10/20 rule.
• Load MAN Tipper Trucks.
• Manage dig face for safe and efficient loading, including managing the dig face to a safe height.
• Uphold Quality Assurance / Quality Checking standards.
• Maintain designed floor grade at digging face.
• Utilize JIGSAW System to report loader equipment status (i.e. Down, Standby, Delay or Ready) and select appropriate delay and stand by codes.
• Communicate with Dispatcher on the two-way radio of any detected loader machinery defects or issues.
• Report and escalate all accidents and incidents occurring in the shift
• Monitor the condition of the Loader’s Ground Engaging Tools and report any deficiencies.
• Protect truck tires by mindfully caring for pit and dump floor conditions.
• Perform daily housekeeping and safety checks of the loader equipment.
• Meet and / or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
• Assist in developing peers to perform quality loading duties.
• Perform other related activities, as assigned by the Shift Supervisor.

Loader Post-Shift Handover

• Conduct post-shift inspections regarding hazards and defects identified and communicate these to Dispatch / Supervisor and the incoming operators for the smooth running of Operations.
• Communicate and provide work status handovers to incoming Loader Operators.

Additional Responsibilities:

Stakeholder Management and Engagement

• Communicate with Truck Operators to verify the safety of spotting and loading activities.
• Communicate with Truck Operators and Dispatchers to verify that materials are dumped at the correct locations, based on mark-out information.
• Ensure own loading shift work meets established statutory standards

Health, Safety and Environment

• Follow all safety policies, procedures and legislation.
• Operate loader, in compliance with Newmont and manufacturer specifications.
• Inspect and operate the loader in a safe manner and take steps to prevent minimal wear and tear and / or damage to equipment.
• Work without risk or harm to others.
• Maintain a strong focus of safety throughout all activities.
• Provide hands-on assistance during loading activities to fellow colleagues to ensure that safe work practices are followed. 
• Attend daily morning safety meetings. 

Your Training, Skills & Experience Checklist:

Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations):

• Junior High School and higher Certificate.

Additional Knowledge:

• Mineral Commission Operators License.
• Drivers’ License E.
• Knowledge and understanding of loader operation.
• General knowledge of loaders and other heavy equipment.

Experience: 

• Minimum of 2 – 3 years’ loading operation experience in an open pit mining environment.

Technical Skills:

• Strong heavy equipment operation skills.
• Strong administrative skills.
• Strong listening skills.
• Strong concentration skills.
• Sound planning, organising and prioritising skills.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sound technical communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Sound time management skills.
• Ability to operate loader controls, instruments and gauges and understand their respective functions.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with peers and supervisor.

Behavioural Attributes:

• Accuracy.
• Continuous learning.
• Dedicated.
• Detail oriented.
• Honesty.
• Manual dexterity.
• Multi-tasking.
• Pro-active.
• Punctual.
• Reliable and independent.
• Safety Conscious.
• Self-motivated.
• Team player.
• Technically Inclined.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
   

Working Conditions:

The Position is located in the Ahafo North mine site.