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Operator Water Truck - Mamatwan Mine

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Date: 23 Sept 2025

Location: Hotazel, Northern Cape, ZA, 8490

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE:

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT MAMATWAN:

The South Africa Manganese operation can be found in the manganese rich Kalahari Basin, in the country’s Northern Cape, which is home to 80 per cent of the world's manganese. This position is based at our open-cut Mamatwan mine which started operating more than half a century ago.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS:

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.

South32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As an Operator Water Truck, you will be responsible to safely operate a water truck/bowzer to control dust on haul roads, working areas, and mining pits, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, while supporting efficient mining operations.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Operate a water truck/bowzer in accordance with safety and operational procedures;

• Conduct regular dust suppression by spraying water on haul roads, stockpiles, and work areas;

• Monitor water levels and refill the truck as required to ensure continuous operation;

• Perform pre-start and post-shift inspections of the vehicle and report defects or maintenance needs;

• Ensure the safe movement of the water truck within mining areas, adhering to speed limits, signage, and traffic rules;

• Maintain accurate records of water usage, operating hours, and shift reports;

• Assist with general site duties as directed by the Supervisor;

• Comply with all company, safety, health, and environmental policies and proceduresmonitor the high wall for cracks and loose hangings;

• Conduct the pre-shift checks prior to operating machine;

• Conduct the applicable Safe Work Instruction for normal routine tasks or Risk Assessment if non-routine tasks are required;

• Report all equipment defects or unsafe conditions to the control room and supervisor.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Must have mining production exposure in surface mining operations;

• WaterBowser skills within a Surface mining operation;

• Demonstrate knowledge of hazard identification and risk assessment within a mining workplace;

Qualifications for this role are:.

• External Candidates: Grade 12;

• Internal Candidates: Grade 10;

• WaterBowser license;

• Valid drivers license.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website http://careers.south32.net

This advertisement will close on 30 September 2025.

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