Operator GR 1: Aux Mining

Anglo American’s Kumba Iron Ore business is hiring an Operator Grade 1: Auxiliary Mining for its Northern Cape operations near Kathu. The operator runs and maintains auxiliary equipment so that materials are handled safely and smoothly in support of primary mining. This is a permanent role in the Mining department (Band 9/P5), reporting to the Shift Supervisor.

Key responsibilities:

– Operate auxiliary mining equipment such as loaders, dozers, graders and other support vehicles safely and efficiently

– Do pre-operational inspections and routine maintenance checks, carry out minor repairs and report faults to maintenance teams

– Help load, transport and unload materials on site, and support excavation, dumping and grading as needed

– Keep accurate records of equipment usage, fuel consumption and other operational data

– Follow health, safety and environmental standards and respond to emergencies according to protocol

– Communicate and work closely with other operators, supervisors and maintenance staff

Requirements:

– Grade 12 or N3

– Red Permit, valid Dover Certificate and relevant HME licences

– Competency A (advantageous)

– Valid SA driver’s licence

– 1-2 years’ relevant mining operations experience

– Good knowledge of equipment systems such as collision prevention and fire suppression

Posted: 18 October 2026. Closing date: 24 October 2026.