Rock Drill Operator
ACORP RECRUITMENT · Durban
Job description
About the role
The Rock Drill Operator will work on mining and construction sites in Durban, drilling precise holes into rock faces for blasting and installing structural support. This full‑time position requires operating heavy drilling equipment safely and efficiently to maintain project timelines.
Key responsibilities
- Drill accurate holes into rock faces for blasting operations.
- Install structural rock support such as roof bolts to prevent tunnel collapses.
- Conduct routine equipment inspections and maintenance before and after use.
- Operate heavy drilling machinery, monitoring depth, water flow and other parameters.
- Ensure drilling activities meet safety and environmental standards.
Required profile
- Experience working with rock drilling or similar heavy‑machinery equipment.
- Ability to read and follow technical drawings and drilling plans.
- Strong attention to safety procedures and site regulations.
- Physical fitness to work in demanding underground or outdoor environments.
Required skills
- Drilling operation
- Equipment inspection
- Heavy machinery operation
- Monitoring drilling depth
- Water flow management
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ACORP RECRUITMENT
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