Thungela Career Pathways

Shiftboss

Level 5 of 6 UG Mining Operator – Mine Overseer

Main purpose

Manages a team of miners and operators during a specific shift, ensuring tasks are completed on schedule, enforcing safety protocols, resolving issues, and maintaining efficient operations throughout the shift.

Requires UG Blasting ticket

What this role requires

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Education

  • Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)

Technical Skills

  • Supervising Mining Activities
  • Scheduling & Coordination
  • Safety Inspections
  • Problem-Solving

Soft Skills

  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution

Licenses & Certificates

  • Mine Operator Certificate
  • Frontline Supervisory Programme
  • Blasting Certificate

Where you can go next

Roles at level 6 on this path.

Roles that lead here

Roles at level 4 on this path.

Also on other paths

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