Anglo American Drill Assistant Vacancy

Candidates interested in mining and drilling operations can apply for the Anglo American Drill Assistant vacancy. The position supports Drill Operators with the safe and efficient execution of drilling activities, including preparing drilling equipment and work areas, handling drilling tools and materials, assisting with routine equipment maintenance and recording operational information.

Applicants need Grade 12/N3, a valid Red Permit/DB, valid Dover and a South African driver’s licence. Competency A and a second machine operating licence are listed as preferred. The role falls within the Mining (MIN) Department at Band P6 (B-Upper) and reports to the Shift Supervisor.

Anglo American Drill Assistant Vacancy: Quick Overview

• Company: Anglo American
• Position: Drill Assistant
• Department: Mining (MIN)
• Job level: Band P6 (B-Upper)
• Reports to: Shift Supervisor
• Minimum education: Grade 12/N3
• Valid Red Permit/DB: Required
• Valid Dover: Required
• SA driver’s licence: Required
• Competency A: Preferred
• Second machine operating licence: Preferred
• Drilling knowledge: Required
• Safety awareness: Essential
• Location: Not supplied
• Closing date: Not supplied
• Salary: Not supplied

About the Drill Assistant Position

The Drill Assistant supports drilling operations by working alongside the Drill Operator and other members of the drilling team.

The successful candidate will assist with:

• Preparing drilling equipment
• Preparing drilling sites
• Handling drilling tools and materials
• Supporting drill sequencing
• Routine equipment maintenance
• Recording drilling information
• Maintaining safe working conditions
• Communicating operational challenges

The role requires a strong understanding of safety procedures because drilling activities take place in a high-risk mining environment.

Minimum Qualification

Candidates need:

Grade 12/N3.

The supplied vacancy doesn’t specify particular Grade 12 or N3 subjects.

Candidates shouldn’t therefore assume that Mathematics, Physical Science or particular N3 trade subjects are mandatory unless Anglo American states this elsewhere in the application.

Red Permit / DB

Applicants must have a:

Valid Red Permit / DB.

This is included among the qualification requirements rather than preferred qualifications.

Candidates should ensure the relevant permit remains valid when applying.

Valid Dover

Candidates also need a:

Valid Dover.

This is listed as a requirement.

Applicants who hold the relevant documentation should make it clearly visible in their application.

Driver’s Licence

A:

South African driver’s licence

is required.

The supplied information doesn’t specify a particular licence code, so a specific code shouldn’t be invented.

Competency A

Anglo American lists:

Competency A

as preferred.

It is particularly relevant for supporting Drill Operators in executing safe declarations according to the applicable work area.

Because it is described as preferred, candidates shouldn’t automatically treat Competency A as an essential minimum requirement based on the supplied vacancy.

Second Machine Operating Licence

Having a:

Second machine operating licence

is also preferred.

Candidates who already hold one should include it prominently on their CV or supporting documentation.

It isn’t presented as mandatory in the supplied requirements.

Supporting the Drill Operator

One of the Drill Assistant’s central responsibilities is supporting the Drill Operator.

The incumbent will be co-responsible for oversight of the:

Drill sequence

and will support the operator in ensuring that the correct planned sequencing is executed.

This means candidates need to follow operational instructions carefully and communicate effectively with the operator and broader drilling team.

Drilling Equipment Setup

The successful candidate will assist with:

Setup and preparation of drilling equipment as instructed.

Candidates therefore need a basic understanding of drilling equipment and must be capable of following instructions from more experienced personnel.

Transporting Tools and Equipment

The Drill Assistant may need to transport:

• Drilling tools
• Equipment
• Materials

to and from drilling sites.

The candidate will also help organise these items to maintain an efficient workflow.

Preparing Drilling Sites

The position involves helping prepare areas before drilling begins.

Activities may include:

• Clearing debris
• Levelling terrain
• Performing basic groundwork

The objective is to prepare the site appropriately for drilling operations.

Routine Equipment Maintenance

The Drill Assistant will participate in:

Routine maintenance tasks for drilling equipment

under the guidance of experienced drillers.

This helps support the proper functioning and longevity of drilling equipment.

Candidates aren’t being recruited as fully qualified maintenance artisans based on the supplied description; the maintenance work is performed as part of supporting drilling operations.

Handling Drilling Tools

The successful candidate will assist with:

• Handling drilling tools
• Organising drilling tools
• Making sure tools are available when required
• Helping maintain tools appropriately

Organisation and equipment care therefore form part of the position.

Recording Drilling Data

The Drill Assistant may assist with collecting and recording information such as:

• Drilling depth
• Types of materials encountered
• Other relevant drilling information

This work is carried out under the guidance of senior team members.

Candidates should therefore be comfortable accurately recording operational information rather than focusing only on physical drilling activities.

Escalating Operational Problems

Challenges that arise during drilling operations need to be:

Escalated to experienced drillers for resolution.

Candidates should recognise the limits of their authority and competence and report problems appropriately rather than attempting unauthorised solutions.

Safety, Health and Environment

Safety is a major component of the position.

The Drill Assistant must:

• Follow health and safety requirements
• Promote good housekeeping
• Follow drilling safety protocols
• Use appropriate PPE
• Follow established safety guidelines
• Participate in safety activities
• Support safe declarations

Anglo American places significant emphasis on ensuring employees return home safely after work.

Pre-Shift Inspections

The successful candidate will be involved in ensuring appropriate:

Pre-shift inspections

are completed.

The candidate also needs to understand and apply the basics of the:

Safe declaration.

This means safety responsibilities begin before drilling activities commence.

SLAMs, HPHs and Risk Assessments

Candidates will actively participate in:

• SLAMs
• HPHs
• Relevant Risk Assessments
• Close-out of Safety Actions

Applicants should therefore expect active participation in workplace risk management rather than simply following instructions after hazards have already been identified.

Technical Knowledge

Anglo American requires an understanding of:

• Equipment operation
• Safety protocols
• Material handling
• Basic drilling procedures

Candidates should make relevant exposure to these areas visible on their CV.

Supporting Supervisors and Co-Workers

The successful candidate may also assist:

• Supervisors
• Co-workers

when required, provided the work falls within the candidate’s:

Level or area of competence.

The Drill Assistant must also adhere to company policies and work toward the goals communicated by responsible personnel.

Who Should Apply?

This vacancy may suit candidates who:

• Have Grade 12 or N3
• Have a valid Red Permit/DB
• Have a valid Dover
• Hold a South African driver’s licence
• Understand basic drilling procedures
• Understand equipment operation
• Can handle tools and materials safely
• Can follow instructions
• Communicate effectively within a drilling team
• Understand workplace safety procedures
• Are comfortable working in a practical mining environment

Candidates with Competency A and/or a second machine operating licence may have additional advantages.

Thabang’s Tip

Don’t overlook the permits and operational requirements on this vacancy. Grade 12/N3 alone isn’t enough. Anglo American also lists a valid Red Permit/DB, valid Dover and South African driver’s licence among the qualifications.

At the same time, don’t turn the preferred requirements into compulsory ones. Competency A and a second machine operating licence are preferred, according to the supplied advert.

Your CV should also show that you understand what this role actually involves. This isn’t simply a general mining assistant position. It involves supporting a Drill Operator, preparing drilling equipment and sites, handling drilling tools, supporting planned drill sequencing, performing routine maintenance under guidance and recording drilling information.

Safety experience is particularly important. If you genuinely have experience with risk assessments, pre-shift inspections, safe declarations, PPE, SLAMs or similar mining safety processes, make that visible.

How to Apply for the Anglo American Drill Assistant Vacancy

Anglo American states that candidates must complete its:

Online application form.

Applicants will have an opportunity during the process to upload:

• CV
• Relevant supporting documentation

Before applying, candidates should ensure their CV and documentation clearly reflect:

• Grade 12/N3
• Valid Red Permit/DB
• Valid Dover
• South African driver’s licence
• Competency A, if applicable
• Machine operating licences, if applicable
• Drilling experience or knowledge
• Equipment operating experience
• Material-handling experience
• Relevant mining safety experience

No closing date, salary, exact location, age requirement or specific driver’s licence code was included in the supplied information, so these details shouldn’t be invented.

For candidates who meet the operational requirements, the Anglo American Drill Assistant vacancy provides an opportunity to work directly within mining drilling operations while gaining exposure to drill sequencing, equipment preparation, drilling-site activities, routine equipment maintenance, operational data recording and rigorous mining safety practices.

Closing Date: Not Specified

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