Winding Engine Driver SF C2

Job Purpose:

• This role is accountable for the conveyance of people, material and ore which include slinging material from and to surface by means of a winding engine. Responsibilities include ensuring effective and efficient movement of men, materials and ore in a safe manner.

Minimum Required Qualification:

• Level 4: Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate) and National Cert level 4 Certificate GET Education, Training and Development
• Recognised Winding Engine Driver certificate as issued by the DMR.
• Proof must be provided that certificate is still valid and WED has driven a winder in the last 2 years as an appointed WED.
• Onsetter’s Certificate

The Appointee should:

• At least 1-2 years’ experience as a Winding Engine Driver on AC and DC machines or have proof of Competence for newly qualified WED.
• Medically fit to work in the specific business area
• Clear security screening record
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)

Advantageous Qualifications:

• 2-3 years’ experience as an Onsetter will be advantageous

Key Responsibilities:

• Attendance & Competence Reliability  Adhere to working schedules which include overtime and standby.  Complete and pass assessments and medical screening as per schedules. Operational functionality  Physically operate the winding engine to hoist and lower men, materials and ore in the shaft in compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act and compliance to the SPG (Standards, Procedures and Guidelines  Identifying electrical and/or mechanical faults - limited  Identify operational problems and emergencies and act in accordance with specified requirements within area of responsibility  Operate winding engine  Assume responsibility for logbook  Be conversant with the Mine Health and Safety Act and any applicable Company or management instructions  Reset automatic hoist when trip-outs occur so as to ensure a minimum delay in hoisting time  Record conditions of winding engine daily and complete driver’s log book as required  List stoppages and callouts and reasons daily  Perform other tasks as allocated by the supervisor
• Legal Compliance  Adhere to regulations and special instructions (site specific).  Identification and reporting of non-compliance incidents.  Identify hazards and take remedial measures to prevent accidents/ incidents in during winding operations.  Use signals in an appropriate manner.  Participate and assist during audits conducted on machinery.  Adhere to rules and regulations as set out in the MHS Act.  Adhere to any special instructions issued by the responsible engineer. Reporting & Administration  Report all incidents and/or accidents pertaining to the winder and/or shaft to the responsible Section Engineer.  Complete relevant documentation required.
• Stakeholder Relations  Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders across the organisation and externally at all levels and cross-functionally.  Ensuring open communication channels with all relevant stakeholders.  Sourcing, contracting and negotiating with service providers.  Liaising with the necessary entities on any environmental management related requirements and alignment where applicable.  Collaborating with external service providers regarding the design and implementation of tools to enhance processes. Financial Management Cost Savings:  Leading and driving cost saving and cash conservation initiatives.  Remaining competitive on the global cost curve for surface operations. Building a values-based organisational culture  Actively support and meaningfully participate in the execution of the segment specific organisational development plan. This support will manifest in the targeted shift in culture as described by a valid culture assessment. ESG Compliance  Align to international responsible mining principles.  SA Gold Operations: Align to World Gold Council (WGC) Responsible Gold Mining Principles (RGMPs).  SA PGM Operations: Enhance Together for Sustainability (eTfS) initiative.  US PGM Operations: Enhance together for ICCM principles. SHE Compliance  Maintain and comply with SHERQ standards within the work environment.  Participate in risk assessments and investigate and take appropriate action as per identified risks.  Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures. SHE Management:  Instil a culture of SHE leadership within the department. Focus on safe production & operational excellence  Focus on safety and health as well as operational excellence  Improve our position on global industry cost curve People Management  Provide coaching and on-the-job training to reporting staff.  Manage performance and development of reporting staff.  Ensure fair work allocation for team members.  Inspire team members towards high performance.

Deadline:26th October,2026