About the position
GRINDER (EE)
Industry: Mining / Manufacturing
Salary: Market Related
Position Type: Limited Duration Contract
Location: Boksburg
To operate handheld grinding equipment safely and efficiently to grind, smooth, clean, and finish metal components and surfaces in a mining or manufacturing environment, ensuring that work meets the required quality standards and safety procedures.
- KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operate handheld grinding equipment, including small (baby) grinders and large grinders.
- Grind, smooth, deburr, and finish metal components and surfaces as required.
- Remove excess material, sharp edges, weld splatter, and surface imperfections.
- Inspect finished work to ensure that it meets the required quality and dimensional standards.
- Select and use the appropriate grinding tools and accessories for each task.
- Conduct basic pre-use inspections of grinding equipment and report any defects or unsafe conditions.
- Comply with all workplace health, safety, and operational procedures.
- Wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working area.
- Follow instructions from supervisors and work effectively as part of a team.
- Report damaged equipment, hazards, incidents, or quality concerns to the relevant supervisor.
- MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Relevant grinding qualification or recognised proof of competency.
- Practical experience operating handheld grinders.
- Experience using both small (baby) grinders and large grinders.
- Previous experience in a mining or manufacturing environment.
- Sound knowledge of safe grinding practices and workplace safety requirements.
- Ability to identify potential hazards and operate equipment responsibly.
- Good attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Ability to follow technical instructions and work procedures.
- REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Safe and competent operation of grinding equipment.
- Knowledge of grinding tools, grinding discs, and their correct application.
- Understanding of workplace health and safety procedures.
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- Ability to work accurately and efficiently.
- Reliability, discipline, and a strong safety-conscious attitude.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desired Skills:
- Relevant grinding qualification
- Grinding machine
- Surface grinding
- Deburring
- Cylindrical grinding
- Grinding
Desired Work Experience:
Desired Qualification Level:
About The Employer:
GRINDER (EE)
Industry: Mining / Manufacturing
Salary: Market Related
Position Type: Limited Duration Contract
Location: Boksburg
- JOB PURPOSE
To operate handheld grinding equipment safely and efficiently to grind, smooth, clean, and finish metal components and surfaces in a mining or manufacturing environment, ensuring that work meets the required quality standards and safety procedures.
