📍 Location: Mokopane, Limpopo
🏢 Company: Ivanplats (Pty) Ltd – Ivanhoe Mines
🗓️ Closing Date: 05 November 2025
💼 Type: Experienced Operational Role | Underground Mining
🔹 About Ivanplats
Ivanplats (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, is developing the Platreef Project, a world-class palladium, rhodium, nickel, copper, and gold mine near Mokopane. The mine uses large-scale mechanised underground mining methods and advanced technology, setting new standards in the mining industry.
🎯 Role Purpose
The Drill Rig Specialist is responsible for safe and efficient operation of drill rigs underground, supporting mining operations and ensuring adherence to company procedures and safety standards.
✅ Minimum Requirements
-
Grade 12 (Matric)
-
License to operate Drill Rig [282 and/or M2C]
Work Experience:
-
3–5 years’ experience operating drill rigs
-
Ability to drill the face and support operations
-
Experience in massive mining environments highly advantageous
🛠️ Key Responsibilities
-
Execute drill work according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
-
Build strong working relationships and work well in a team
-
Minimise costs and waste
-
Support the Transformation agenda
-
Follow the HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environment & Quality) plan
-
Provide feedback for reporting and operational improvements
⚖️ Employment Equity
Preference given to:
-
Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from local communities near Ivanplats Platreef mine
-
Women candidates
📍 Only South African Citizens may apply
📝 How to Apply
Apply fully online via 👉 www.ivanhoecommunities.com
-
Applications after the closing date will not be considered
⏰ Closing Date: 05 November 2025
🔖 Tags:
#MiningJobs #DrillRigOperator #IvanplatsJobs #PlatreefProject #LimpopoJobs #HDSAOpportunities #SouthAfricaJobs #YouthPlug