Piling Rig Operator

Full Time 1 day ago South Africa, South Africa

Employment Information

Piling Rig Operator (CFA / ACIS / Percussion/DTH Specialist)

Reports To:
Piling Superintendent / Site Manager / Piling Foreman

Job Purpose:
To safely and efficiently operate Casagrande (B125, B170, B180, B250) and Bauer (BG28, MG48) piling rigs to install deep foundation piles including CFA, ACIS, and Percussion / DTH
piles in accordance with project specifications.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Rig Operation & Piling Execution:

  • Operate rigs for CFA, Temporary Cased, ACIS, and DTH piling.
  • Set up rig alignment and positioning.
  • Control drilling parameters and ensure pile accuracy.
  • Monitor concreting and reinforcement placement.
2. Method-Specific Operations:
  • CFA: Drill and pump concrete.
  • Temporary Casing: Install/extract casing for bore stability.
  • DTH/Percussion: Operate hammer systems in rock conditions.
  • Core drilling
  • Tremie concrete
Understand the requirements for different drill tools for different soil conditions.

3. Machine Setup & Maintenance:
  • Perform daily inspections. - Check hydraulics, winches, rotary head, and safety systems. - Report faults and assist maintenance teams.
4. Safety & Compliance:
  • Follow HSE procedures and method statements. - Maintain safe working zones. - Identify overhead electrical cables and request the foreman to identified all underground
services before drilling.
5. Quality Control:
  • Record pile depth, volume, and drilling parameters. - Ensure compliance with specifications. 
6. Team Coordination:
  • Work with supervisors, and crew. - Direct assistants during operations.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Experience: - Minimum 5 years operating piling rigs (Bauer/Casagrande preferred). 
  • Experience in CFA, ACIS, and DTH drilling.

Qualifications:
Certified operator (CPCS/NPORS or equivalent).
Valid operator license.
Safety training certifications.

Skills:
Understanding of soil and rock behavior.
Troubleshooting and mechanical knowledge.
Good communication and teamwork.

Key Competencies:
Attention to detail
Safety awareness
Problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure
Work as team
Able to manage team

Performance Indicators:
Productivity
Accuracy
Safety record
Equipment uptime
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Machines, Duties, Responsibilities & Reasons for Leaving at each Company MUST be listed on CV. Fully bilingual.

No Criminal Record.
Medically Fit.
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