Location: Kwale
Our client, a Kenyan subsidiary of the Australian company is developing the globally significant Kwale Mineral Sands Project about 50km south of Mombasa.
It 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.
We are looking for a Pragmatic and pro-active candidate with strong integrity and who work well in a team environment.
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.
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:
- Degree in any field
- Experience operating heavy equipment in accordance with relevant local License 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.
To apply, send your CV to recruitment@careerdirections.co.ke before Thursday 11th April 2013 indicating the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line.