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mine control room operator

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Mine control room operators perform a range of tasks from the control room of a mine. They monitor the processes through electronic representations shown on monitors, dials, and lights. Control room operators make changes to variables and communicate with other departments to make sure processes keep running smoothly and according to established procedures. They take appropriate actions in case of irregularities or emergencies.

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Competences
18
Groups
4
Essential
11
Optional
7

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Essential knowledge 2 competences

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electronics

The functioning of electronic circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including programming and applications.

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health and safety hazards underground

The rules and risks affecting health and safety when working underground. 

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Essential skills and competences 9 competences

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conduct inter-shift communication

Communicate relevant information about the conditions in the workplace, progress, events, and potential problems to the workers in the next shift.

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maintain records of mining operations

Maintain records of mine production and development performance, including performance of machinery.

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7 competences
coordinate communication during mine emergencies

Direct and coordinate communication procedures during emergencies. Instruct callers appropriately, and keep them informed of any rescue effort. Alert and dispatch rescue personnel to emergency calls and critical alarms.

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coordinate remote communications

Direct network and radio communications between different operational units. Receive and transfer further radio or telecom messages or calls. These might include messages from the public, or the emergency services.

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ensure compliance with safety legislation

Implement safety programmes to comply with national laws and legislation. Ensure that equipment and processes are compliant with safety regulations.

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manage emergency procedures

React quickly in case of emergency and set planned emergency procedures in motion.

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monitor equipment condition

Monitor the correct functioning of gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.

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react to events in time-critical environments

Monitor the situation around you and anticipate. Be ready to take quick and appropriate action in case of unexpected events.

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troubleshoot

Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.

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Optional knowledge 3 competences

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Sector-specific

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impact of geological factors on mining operations

Be aware of the impact of geological factors, such as faults and rock movements, on mining operations.

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Cross-sector

2 competences
electricity

The principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.

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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.

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Optional skills and competences 4 competences

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Sector-specific

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communicate mine equipment information

Communicate transparently and efficiently with mine production management and machine operators. Pass on any relevant information such as outages, efficiency and productivity of the equipment.

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ensure mining records are maintained

Ensure production, environmental and technical reporting and recording requirements are met, in order to analyse productivity and to comply with statutory requirements.

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2 competences
make independent operating decisions

Make immediate operating decisions as necessary without reference to others, taking into account the circumstances and any relevant procedures and legislation. Determine alone which option is the best for a particular situation.

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write production reports

Make up and complete shift schedules and production reports in a timely manner.

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