Farm Modderfontein,
Old Vereeniging Road,
Westonaria, 1779
PO Box 57,
Westonaria, 1780
South Africa
Tel +27 11 411 1000
Dir +27 11 411 1797
Fax +27 11 411 1588 www.goldfields.com
South Deep is recruiting!
This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic and engaged team of professionals, working together to become the beacon of pride for our people, our communities, our stakeholders, and our shareholders.
At South Deep, we value each person’s individual and collective contribution and support your ongoing development, helping you to achieve your career and our business aspirations.
Position
Trackless Crew Leader (Miner)
Job Grading
C2
Department
Mining
Site
South Deep Gold Mine
The Trackless Crew Leader is accountable for executing the safe and efficient delivery of assigned monthly production plan, leading operational teams to achieve prescribed safety goals and ensuring quality delivery according to operational standards.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 or equivalent
Recognized Blasting Certificate
At least 5 years’ production experience in a deep level trackless mine with relevant TM3 equipment/machinery certificates
Sound working knowledge of relevant Mine Health & Safety legislation
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
Advanced safety leadership capability with proven safety campaign delivery record
Accomplished team and people leader
Strong inter and intra-team collaboration skills
Advanced practical mining experience with sound appreciation for full mining operational value chain
Sound spoken and written English communication skills
Ability to cope with ambiguity with high personal resilience and change adaptability
Established problem-solving skills
Duties And Responsibilities
Providing and maintaining a safe environment with minimum risk to the health and safety of the crew
Ensuring compliance to the Mines Health & Safety Act and related operational safety standards
Accurate and timeous reporting of all relevant safety and production matters
Promoting and developing team effectiveness within the department
Ensuring that all relevant production targets are met continuously
Taking accountability for proper discipline in the section
Ensuring effective availability and utilization of equipment and materials
Ensuring control of explosives and that planning and budget is controlled and applied correctly
Closing Date: 30 April 2025
Please note the Company may at its discretion close the application process link prior to the stipulated cut off period indicated above. Therefore, we further encourage interested candidates to apply and or complete the application process promptly.
Please note that the Gold Fields code of conduct strictly prohibits the exchange of any payment as part of its recruitment process.
Should you require any assistance or have any challenges in applying for a position, please contact the Recruitment hub on 011 411 1387.
Gold Fields is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment.
NOTE: all relevant certificates must be attached to your CV in order to be considered for shortlisting.