2-3 years of expertise in engineering within a mining or industrial context is important and required.
Proficiency in mobile crane hand signals
Proficient understanding of all rigging and lifting apparatus
Proficient understanding of SWL tags and nameplates
Capability to work flexible hours and undertake standby responsibilities, including Sundays and public holidays.
Capability to execute physical tasks (unassisted loading and unloading of equipment and materials, bending, climbing, etc.)
South African Citizenship
Responsibilities:
Deliver effective assistance within the Engineering Rigging Section
Facilitate the attachment of loads to rigging for support or preparation for movement, utilizing hand and power instruments.
Support the rigger in slinging, securing, low balancing, and communicating hand signals to the mobile crane operator.
Facilitate the verification of compliance for all lifting equipment by conducting visual inspections of chain links, slings, and safety latches.
Facilitate the installation, configuration, and maintenance of rigging, support structures, hoists, and pulling equipment, employing both hand and power tools.
Verify that all mechanical lifting apparatus, including chain blocks and coffin hoists, are adequately oiled and prepared for operation.
Verify that SWL badges and nameplates are prominently displayed on all lifting apparatus.
Comply with organizational standards, policies, and protocols.
Comply with MHSA standards and Gold1’s safety principle: “Nothing is so important that it cannot be accomplished safely.”
