JOB OVERVIEW:
Zimasco (Pvt) Limited, a major player in Zimbabwe’s Ferrochrome sector, has an exciting and challenging career opportunity within its Shurugwi & South Dyke Mining Division. Applications are invited from suitably qualified, competent and experienced individuals to fill the following vacant post of Drilling Assistant on a Fixed-Term employment contract basis, renewable subject to performance.
Duties and Responsibilities:
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
Assisting the Drilling Operator in executing all drilling operations.
Assisting on maintenance of drilling equipment, laying core according to depth, coupling drilling rods, ferrying water, securing & carrying core trays and drilling equipment, digging sumps and concreting holes, greasing equipment etc.
Assisting with Rig Setup and operation.
Reading gauges, operating pumps, and collecting core samples, all under the guidance of the Drilling Operator.
Ensuring that drilling operations are done as per procedures, standards and comply with safety regulations.
Filling out daily drilling reports and keeping records of drilling operations.
Qualifications and Experience:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
At least 5 Ordinary level passes including Mathematics and English.
Diploma in Survey/Geology or equivalent from a reputable tertiary institution is an added advantage.
At least 1 year working experience in a mining environment.
Full Blasting License (unendorsed) an added advantage.
Working knowledge of safety management systems, with exposure to the NOSA SHE System being an added advantage.
Ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and written.
Clean Class 4 Driver’s Licence a must.
How to Apply
Applications from persons meeting the above stated requirements together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and proof of qualifications to be submitted to:
Human Resources Officer
Re: ‘DRILLING ASSISTANT’
Zimasco (Private) Limited
P.O. Box 124
SHURUGWI
OR Email to us
NB: Only applications from short-listed candidates will be acknowledged
Salary
Competitive
Monthly based
Location
, Shurugwi, Midlands Province, Zimbabwe, Midlands Province, Zimbabwe
, Shurugwi, Midlands Province, Zimbabwe, Midlands Province, Zimbabwe