HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 

VACANCY TITLE: HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

VACANCY REF: JC0130

VACANCY TYPE: FULL-TIME

AREA: ALTON, RICHARDS BAY

TIME CONDITIONS: DAYSHIFT

WORKING HOURS: 40 HOURS

SALARY: R17,000 – R31,000

CLOSING DATE: 20 AUGUST 2025

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PURPOSE OF POSITION

Heavy Equipment Operator to utilize our industrial gear. The Heavy Equipment Operator's duties include preparing and manipulating heavy equipment to ensure the appropriate movement of materials, and liaising with coworkers to ensure that the projects are completed accurately. You will be required to conduct your duties in a safe, diligent manner at all times.

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HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maneuvering motorized heavy equipment to ensure the accurate removal and placement of materials.

Loading and offloading rocks, debris, and other materials from heavy equipment.

Observing stipulated safety codes at all times.

Communicating with coworkers to elucidate project specifications, as needed.

Reporting injuries and other accidents to the line manager.

Advising the line manager of requisite upgrades, repairs, and replacements.

Aiding coworkers to ensure that the site is clean and organized at the end of each shift.

Providing suggestions to refine workflow and boost efficiency.

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HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 12

Prior experience operating a variety of heavy equipment.

Ability to lift up to 22 kg.

Excellent vision or the use of prescribed lenses.

Exceptional manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

A sound understanding of pertinent safety guidelines.

Capacity to provide and follow direction.

Sharp decision-making skills, particularly when under pressure.

Ability to work extended hours, as required.

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THE COMPANY’S EMPLOYMENT EQUITY PLAN AND TARGETS WILL BE CONSIDERED AS PART OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS ALIGNED TO THE GROUP’S EMPLOYMENT EQUITY STRATEGY. JAWET CONSTRUCTION ACTIVELY SUPPORTS THE RECRUITMENT OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. 
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