Implats
Description
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 12 /STD 10 or NQF 4 is essential.
Roofbolter Competency Certificate is essential.
1-3 years' experience as TM3 Roofbolter Operator
Requirements:
Town:
Rustenburg
Position:
TM3 Roofbolter Operator
Starting Date:
May 1, 2026
Date Created:
April 21, 2026
COMPETENCIES:
Attention to detail
Time Management Skills
Planning and Organising Skills
Communication Skills
Problem Solving Skills
Adhering to Instructions and Procedures
Hand-Eye Coordination (Dover)
Duties Include:
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Operate a mobile mechanized roofbolter underground and drill and install roof bolts according to the drill plan adhering to standard operating procedures and required mining and safety standards.v
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure safe, efficient and proper use of all machinery, equipment and infrastructure to ensure health and safety requirements.
Obtain daily and weekly work instructions from Shift/Team Supervisor and prepares and plans work priority lists and resource requirements in order to complete tasks.
Ensure accurate understanding of the roofbolting plan and sequence and ensure that all equipment and consumable requirements are communicated to Shift/Team Supervisor to complete allocated work tasks.
Ensure that any operational problem that is encountered is reported even if outside immediate area of responsibility.
Position safety jacks to support underground mine roofs until bolts can be installed.
Operate the Roofbolt according to required standards to drill bolt holes into roofs at specified distances from ribs or adjacent bolts and test bolts for specified tension.
Continuously report and capture all required roofbolt information on the on-board computer.
Continuously ensure that required roofbolt consumables are in place and that water and diesel requirements are met as per safe standard operating procedures.
Provide information during shift handovers if needed to ensure the synchronized functionality of operations.
Performs regular inspections in area of work and report hazards to ensure environment is safety and hazard free and recommends remedial action where necessary.
Additional Info:
JOB TITLE: TM3 Roofbolter Operator
BUSINESS UNIT: Shafts
JOB GRADING: N/A
CLOSING DATE: 30 April 2026
