Role Description

The Strata Control Observer is responsible for making observations and measurements underground to ensure the compliance of the mining team in terms of support installation. They too are responsible to test the stability of the underground excavations and to provide support to the Rock Engineer and to the business unit. The role reports to the Strata Control Officer.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 with numeracy and literacy or equivalent NQF qualification
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience appointed as a Strata Control Observer or Geotechnical Observer in a Hard Rock underground mine
• Certification in Strata Control or part thereof is advantageous
• Bushveld experience will be advantageous

Job Requirements

• Assist with the training and quality control of the installed support units
• Provide coaching to miners and shift supervisors
• Monitor support system performance
• Investigate and report ground control problems
• Update rock engineering plans
• Conduct comprehensive daily audits of all working places
• Assess the quality of installed secondary support
• Report on observations made underground
• Participate with start-ups and risk assessments
• Participate with FOG investigations
• Assist with the management of the TARP process at the mine
• Applicant will be required to work both day shift and nightshift rotations

Skills Required

• Good writing and verbal communication
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office Suite)