Murray & Roberts Cementation invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Artisan Rigger to be placed in Palabora Sinking Project near Phalaborwa, Limpopo. The successful candidate will report to the Foreman Engineering. The company will provide remuneration and benefits relevant and appropriate to the position. Preference will be given to Historically Disadvantaged South African (HDSA) candidates. Applications only open to South African Citizens / Permanent Residents.

• Engineering installations are constructed according to agreed standards, procedures and specifications
• Plan and execute a rigging equipment maintenance schedule according to OEM specifications and company standards
• Identify coil and inspect ropes 
• Maintain winder ropes, attachments, sheave wheels/ conveyors, and assist with shaft slinging
• Engineering equipment is repaired according to agreed standards and schedules
• Compliance with SHEQ, M&RC and client standards, policies and procedures
• Perform mini risk assessment prior to commencing work
• Plan the job in terms of standards and required resources and draw up a schedule to guide the execution thereof 

• Grade 12 or NQF level 4 equivalent
• Section 26 Rigger/Ropes man Trade Certificate / MIETTB Trade Certificate through a registered body
• Valid Code EB driver's license
• Valid First Aid certificate
• Ability to work at Heights
• Muscular strength to do rope splicing

• 10 year's mining industry experience (underground and surface)
• 10 year's trade experience as a Rigger / Ropesman