Exxaro Resources – General Worker

Description

Exxaro Resources is recruiting two (2) General Workers for its Coastal Coal – Durnacol operation in KwaZulu-Natal. This permanent role supports day-to-day operational and environmental rehabilitation activities on site, including maintaining safe working areas, operating basic tools/equipment (e.g., brush cutters), and assisting supervisors with general support tasks in line with safety and operational procedures.

About Exxaro Resources

Exxaro Resources is a South African mining company with operations focused primarily on coal, supplying energy and industrial markets.

Programme\Position Offerings

• Position Title: General Worker (X2)
• Division / Business Unit: Coastal Coal – Durnacol
• Location: Durnacol, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Industry: Mining / Operations (Environmental Rehabilitation Support)

Key Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment by using required PPE at all times.
• Assist with rehabilitation of mined areas (e.g., filling cracks, planting grass, removing/eradicating weeds).
• Conduct pre-use inspections and routine maintenance checks on equipment; identify and report defects or unsafe conditions.
• Operate and maintain small tools and brush cutters according to safety procedures and manufacturer guidelines.
• Perform waste removal and cleaning tasks to prevent blockages and ensure equipment functionality.
• Support supervisors/foremen with operational assistance and communicate issues or findings clearly.
• Identify, rectify (where possible), and report unsafe practices and hazards to supervisors promptly.
• Assist various sections with general support tasks as instructed to support teamwork and productivity.
• Participate in front area inspections and support adherence to loading and transport procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement through collaboration, practical problem-solving, and proactive support.

Attributes Required

• Safety-conscious, accountable, and able to follow procedures consistently
• Practical and reliable with willingness to perform physical, outdoor site duties
• Able to work well in a team and communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers
• Proactive in identifying hazards and reporting unsafe conditions
• Basic problem-solving ability and willingness to learn on the job

Eligibility Criteria

• Minimum Education: Grade 10 / Standard 8 (essential)
• Additional Requirement: AET Level 4 (essential)
• Experience: 0–6 months relevant job-specific experience (essential)
• Assessments: Psychometric assessment (essential)
• Medical: Certificate of Fitness (essential)
• Ability to adhere to safety regulations and operating procedures
• Ability to identify, rectify, and report unsafe practices and hazardous situations
• Basic equipment operation/maintenance exposure (including small tools and brush cutters)

How to Apply

Please ensure that your application includes an updated CV and any relevant supporting documents.

• Application Closing Date: 02 February 2026
• Reference Number: EXX260122-4