Excavator Operator at Newmont Corporation

• To operate Shovel at Newmont to deliver material to the appropriate destination in a safe and controlled manner.

• Attend all pre-shift instruction meetings.
• Communicate with and receive instruction from the Shift Supervisor and follow the specified instruction and working plan, prior to the execution of activities.
• Understand the assigned equipment to be used and the designated location of operation.
• Perform pre-start checks on the excavators and log results onto the JIGSAW system.
• Assess the working area and initiate area clearances for any detected health and safety threat.
• Follow laid-down excavating procedures and instructions.
• Monitor truck payload to minimize over-loading and under-loading.
• Remain accountable for the digging area of excavation to uphold the highest safety and productivity standards
• Operate excavator machinery according to standard operating procedures (SOP's) and standard task procedures (STP's).
• Assure that floor grades / bench grades meet targets.
• Report any under-performance issues relating to truck drivers to the Supervisor.
• Signal Dispatcher on the two-way communication radio to inform of any detected machinery defects or issues.
• Report and escalate all accidents and incidents occurring in the shift immediately to the Dispatcher / Supervisor.
• Raise any machinery malfunctions or service requirements to the Supervisor before, during or after the shift.
• Meet and / or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
• Assist in developing peers to perform quality excavating duties.
• Perform other related activities, as assigned by the Shift Supervisor.

• 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 Excavator Operators.

• Liaise with the Geologist to understand the type of material to be excavated.
• Communicate the material types to Dispatch using via the two-way radio.
• Communicate any material changes to Dispatch and truck operators.
• Communicate any machinery defects to dispatch.
• Maintain communications between Dozers and Truck Operators.
• Ensure own excavating shift work meets established statutory standards.

• Follow all safety policies, procedures and legislation.
• Operate in a safe manner and take steps to prevent minimal wear and tear and / or damage to equipment.
• Assure safe and efficient loading of material to avoid
• Work without risk or harm to others.
• Inspect work areas and ensure all areas comply with internal Newmont and external regulatory standards.
• Adhere strictly to internal Newmont excavation standards.
• Comply with safe excavation procedures.
• Maintain a strong focus of safety throughout all activities.
• Provide hands-on assistance during excavation activities to fellow colleagues to ensure that safe work practices are followed.
• Attend daily morning safety meetings.

• Senior High Certificate.

• Mineral Commission Operators License.
• Drivers' License E.
• Knowledge and understanding of excavator operation.
• General knowledge of excavators and other heavy equipment.

• Minimum of 2 - 3 years' excavating operation experience in an open pit mining environment.

• 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 excavator controls, instruments and gauges and understand their respective functions.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with peers and supervisor.

• Accuracy.
• Continuous Learning.
• Dedicated.
• Detail Oriented.
• Hand-Eye Coordination.
• Honesty.
• Multi-Tasking.
• Proactive.
• Punctual.
• Reliable and Independent.
• Safety Conscious.
• Self-Motivated.
• Team Player.
• Technically Inclined.

• The Position is located at the Ahafo North mine site.

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