ABOUT THIS ROLE:

Grader operator is responsible for performing either rough or fine grade finishing, spreading and mixing materials in order to dry and prepare roads. Grader operator is to operate the equipment to create flat surfaces or remove excess material from a designated area within a construction site.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

Health, Safety and Environment 

• Partake in in the development and implementation of safe and healthy workplace.
• Duty of care to ensure job tasks are carried out in safe and efficient manner

All employees are expected to work safely and comply with all health and safety procedures. You are to ensure that you take very good care of yourself in respect of your own health, safety and environment and to also ensure the safety of others who may be affected by your actions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Clean up and maintaining equipment
• Operate machine to move large quantities of materials such soil, gravel, concrete etc.
• Observing traffic regulations to avoid accidents
• Follow all health and safety regulations in the discharge of assigned duties.
• Operate Machinery efficiently, safely, and competently to ensure maximum output
• Carry out Pre-starts on equipment before moving.
• Move materials as directed to build and maintain dumps, haul roads, pit floors and assist in land clearing and stripping of top soil.
• Maintain clean and hazard free work environment. Thus following safety guidelines and regulations to protect themselves and others from injury or death while operating equipment.
• Inspecting equipment for signs of wear and tear, malfunctions, or damage and ensuring the defect is repaired or part affected is replaced.
• Carry out other tasks as assigned by supervisors.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Site based.
• Working hours is 6 days a week, 12hours per day, 06:00am to 06:00pm daily
• Overtime rate shall be applied accordingly for hours in excess of 40 hours per week 

TRAINING, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE CHECKLIST

• Minimum of Basic Education certificate or any equivalent certification
• Valid Driving/operating License
• An understanding of occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards  
• Proven ability to work independently as well as within a team
• Physical fitness
• Hand –eye-foot coordination
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Minimum experience of at least 5 years in the position of grader operator within the industry

Behavioural Attributes

Ability to work well under intense pressure

Attention to details when operating 

Kindly note the following: 

Deadline for submission of applications is on Thursday, 16th February, 2023

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview

Also, all applicants should be fully vaccinated against Covid 19 with evidence (i.e., A COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate).