Trackless LHD Operator

JOB GRADING: C1

DEPARTMENT: Mining

SITE: South Deep Gold Mine

The Trackless LHD Operator is accountable for the safe operating of the LHD ensuring compliance with established daily production targets as assigned i.e. Longhole stopes, Development ends, etc. The LHD operator is responsible for ensuring optimal care when operating the vehicle and to especially monitor and attend to roadways that may compromise tyre life.

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12 or Equivalent
LHD (LH 514) Certificate
At least 2 years’ experience as a LHD Operator
Dover A result
Drivers licence
Secure full Gold Fields Security and Related Occupational Screening
Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment

Key Competencies:

Established personal safety delivery record
Strong inter and intra-team collaboration skills
Sound spoken and written English communication skills
Completion of a machine appreciation awareness programme (O4R/M4R or equivalent)
Ability to cope with ambiguity with high personal resilience and change adaptability
Established problem-solving skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintains Safety, Health and Environmental practices according to standards and procedures
Does a pre-use inspection on this equipment by means of a checklist and report deficiencies to supervisor
Performs basic maintenance on equipment e.g., top up engine oil-, water- and hydraulic oil, check for oil leaks and clean equipment according to standards and procedures
Performs end of shift procedures according to standards and procedures e.g., parks the LHD at the designated area, cleans equipment and reports to supervisor
Performs any other activities necessary for the effective completion of his/her work
Loading longhole stopes, development ends & ensuring roadway conditions were loading is levelled out to prevent tyre damages

Closing Date: 11 July 2025