HI-UB Truck Operator (Mining)

SUMMARY:
HI-UB Truck Operator (Mining)
The HI-UB Truck Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a HI-UB truck to transport personnel, equipment, materials, and supplies across the mining operation. The incumbent must ensure compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), company procedures, and operational requirements while maintaining high standards of safety, productivity, and equipment care. Duties are similar to those of heavy vehicle and mine haulage operators, with an emphasis on safe operation, pre-use inspections, and adherence to mine traffic procedures.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent.
• Valid Code 14 (EC) driver's licence with a valid PrDP.
• Valid HI-UB Truck Operator Certificate/Licence.
• Minimum 2–3 years' experience operating a HI-UB truck within a mining or heavy industrial environment.
• Medically fit and able to obtain a Certificate of Fitness.
• Knowledge of Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) regulations.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, public holidays, and overtime as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the HI-UB truck safely in accordance with company procedures and mine traffic rules.
• Transport mining equipment, materials, consumables, tools, and personnel to designated areas.
• Conduct daily pre-start, operational, and post-shift inspections of the vehicle.
• Complete vehicle inspection checklists and report defects or breakdowns immediately.
• Ensure loads are correctly secured and transported safely.
• Perform basic vehicle care, including cleaning, refuelling, and checking oil, coolant, hydraulic fluid, and tyre condition.
• Follow dispatch instructions and planned haulage routes.
• Comply with all Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA) requirements, risk assessments, and safe work procedures.
• Maintain accurate trip sheets, logbooks, and inspection records.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, dispatch, and other operators via two-way radio.
• Assist with loading and unloading where required.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and emergency drills.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards around the vehicle and work areas.
• Report hazards, near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Support production targets while prioritising safety at all times.