collect samples
Set up and operate equipment to collect water, gas, oil or soil samples for testing.
Mineral processing operators operate a variety of plants and equipment to convert raw materials into marketable products. They provide the appropriate information on the process to the control room.
Competences and skills
19 ESCO relationsEssential skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencesconduct inter-shift communication
Communicate relevant information about the conditions in the workplace, progress, events, and potential problems to the workers in the next shift.
deal with pressure from unexpected circumstances
Strive to achieve objectives despite the pressures arising from unexpected factors outside of your control.
operate raw mineral separation equipment
Operate a variety of machinery used to separate raw mineral for further processing based on size of particles or chemical composition. Work with screens, flotation cells, spirals, jigs, drums and cyclones.
operate raw mineral size reduction equipment
Operate equipment used to reduce the size of raw minerals to prepare it for further processing. Work with gyrotary and jaw crushers, and roll, ball and autogenous mills.
Cross-sector
4 competenceshandle chemicals
Safely handle industrial chemicals; use them efficiently and ensure that no harm is done to the environment.
mix treating materials
Mix treating materials including reagents, catalysts and various chemicals.
troubleshoot
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.
work ergonomically
Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.
Optional knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencebioleaching
Principles of bioleaching, the extraction of products from raw mineral through the use of living organisms.
Cross-sector
3 competenceschemistry
The composition, structure, and properties of substances and the processes and transformations that they undergo; the uses of different chemicals and their interactions, production techniques, risk factors, and disposal methods.
electricity
The principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.
mechanics
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
Optional skills and competences 6 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceoperate wash plant
Operate a large piece of equipment used to wash materials extracted from the ground. Use the wash plant to separate desired materials such as aggregates or precious metals from waste material.
Sector-specific
2 competenceshandle mining plant waste
Make sure mining plant waste is disposed of safely, efficiently, and in an environmentally sound manner.
green
test raw minerals
Take samples of mineral materials for testing purposes. Execute various chemical and physical tests on the materials.
Cross-sector
3 competencesperform minor repairs to equipment
Conduct routine maintenance on equipment. Recognise and identify minor defects in equipment and make repairs if appropriate.
train employees
Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the performance of individuals and groups in organisational settings.
write production reports
Make up and complete shift schedules and production reports in a timely manner.