Base Titanium Limited, the Kenyan subsidiary of the Australian
company, Base Resources Limited, is developing the globally significant Kwale
Mineral Sands Project about 50km south of Mombasa.
The project is now funded and construction commenced in the 3rd
quarter of 2011.
Base is a creative resource company that places a strong
emphasis on being part of the community in which it operates and on attracting
and developing good people.
Kwale is the first large mining development in Kenya since 1911
and represents an exciting opportunity for high performing candidates seeking
to be part of the successful development of the project.
Pragmatic and pro-active candidates with strong integrity and
who work well in a team environment are encouraged to apply.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Ref: HR
HEOP/1
Role purpose and scope
The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy
equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Mining Operations is a physical strenuous and demanding job.
Mining Operations is a physical strenuous and demanding job.
He/she will be operating heavy equipment.
The candidate will have to work in all weather.
Essential Requirements for this position:
- School
certificate
- Experience
operating heavy equipment in accordance with relevant local Licence
requirements.
- 10
years experience in mining or earthworks.
- Multi
skilled operation of large dozers, graders, dump trucks, loaders and
excavators.
- Previous
direct involvement in safety.
- Normal
hearing to operate radio communications equipment.
- Good
Stereoscopic & peripheral vision for safe operation.
- Excellent
communication skills and Physical fitness.
- Good
spoken & written English and Swahili.
Desirable Skill, Knowledge, Training, and Experience:
- Ability
to operate heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner in order to
achieve target, minimize risks, prevent property damage or loss of life.
- Knowledge
and experience in safe and effective operation of all heavy equipment
according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
- Experience
in performing daily pre-start check list, keeping machines clean and reporting
any defects or damage.
Eligible applicants must submit a Curriculum Vitae with a cover
letter, copy of Identity Card, copies of qualifications and three traceable
references for the attention of the Human Resources Manager, clearly marked
“Application for Heavy Equipment Operator, position” including the reference
number to:
Email: recruitment@basetitanium.com
Applications must be received on or before 1st February 2013.
Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
