Base Titanium Limited Heavy Equipment Operator Job in Kwale Kenya

Base Titanium Limited, the Kenyan subsidiary of the Australian company, Base Resources Limited, is developing the globally significant Kwale Mineral Sands Project about 50km south of Mombasa. 

The project is now funded and construction commenced in the 3rd quarter of 2011. 

Production is scheduled to start during the second half of 2013.
 

Base is a creative resource company that places a strong emphasis on being part of the community in which it operates and on attracting and developing good people.

Kwale is the first large mining development in Kenya since 1911 and represents an exciting opportunity for high performing candidates seeking to be part of the successful development of the project. 

Pragmatic and pro-active candidates with strong integrity and who work well in a team environment are encouraged to apply.
 

Heavy Equipment Operator 

Ref: HR HEOP/1

Role purpose and scope
 

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Mining Operations is a physical strenuous and demanding job. 

He/she will be operating heavy equipment. 

The candidate will have to work in all weather.
 

Essential Requirements for this position:

• School certificate
• Experience operating heavy equipment in accordance with relevant local Licence requirements.
• 10 years experience in mining or earthworks.
• Multi skilled operation of large dozers, graders, dump trucks, loaders and excavators.
• Previous direct involvement in safety.
• Normal hearing to operate radio communications equipment.
• Good Stereoscopic & peripheral vision for safe operation.
• Excellent communication skills and Physical fitness.
• Good spoken & written English and Swahili.

Desirable Skill, Knowledge, Training, and Experience:

• Ability to operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to achieve target, minimize risks, prevent property damage or loss of life.
• Knowledge and experience in safe and effective operation of all heavy equipment according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Experience in performing daily pre-start check list, keeping machines clean and reporting any defects or damage.

Eligible applicants must submit a Curriculum Vitae with a cover letter, copy of Identity Card, copies of qualifications and three traceable references for the attention of the Human Resources Manager, clearly marked “Application for Heavy Equipment Operator, position” including the reference number to:
 

Email: recruitment@basetitanium.com
 

Applications must be received on or before 1st February 2013.

 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.