Fraser Alexander invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their General Worker Vacancies (X5 Posts). The closing date for applications is the 31st of July 2025.
Are you looking for a hands-on job where you can be part of a strong, hardworking team? Do you want to work in the mining industry but don’t have much experience? Then this is your chance. Fraser Alexander, a trusted name in mining services, is now hiring General Workers on a short-term contract basis. If you’ve passed Grade 12 and are eager to learn and grow, this opportunity is made for you.
This is your chance to step into the world of mining with little or no experience. You’ll get to work with machines, help manage materials, and be part of a team that plays an important role in keeping operations running smoothly. If you’re not afraid of hard work and want to build a future, keep reading.
What You’ll Be Doing
Your main job will be to support the daily operations at a tailings site. (Tailings are leftover materials after minerals have been removed from ore — managing them is an important job in mining.)
Here’s what you’ll be doing:
- Work closely with your team leader or supervisor to reach daily targets.
- Inspect your work area every day to spot and report problems early.
- Help move and manage tailings material (waste from mining) on-site and at dumping areas.
- Report any issues or unexpected problems to your supervisor.
- Follow company rules and safety guidelines at all times.
- Handle pipelines – you’ll help extend them and make sure they’re connected properly.
- Open and close valves that control the flow of materials.
- Always be responsible for your own work and performance.
- Keep your work area neat, clean, and safe.
What You Need to Apply
To apply for this job, you’ll need the following:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Grade 12 or equivalent
Experience:
- 0–2 years of relevant experience in a mining or earth-moving environment
- If you’ve worked with tailings dams or in mining before, that’s a bonus — but it’s not required
What Skills Should You Have?
- Good communication – you need to listen and talk clearly
- Be able to plan and organize your tasks
- Work well with others – team spirit is very important
- Pay attention to what’s happening around you
- Be ready to act when something goes wrong or needs fixing
More Things You Should Know
Before applying, here are a few other important points:
- You must be medically fit to work in a mining environment
- You need to understand basic standard operating procedures (you’ll be trained)
- You must pass a criminal check (the mine requires this)
- You may be asked to work overtime when needed
Why Work at Fraser Alexander?
Fraser Alexander is known across South Africa for helping mines operate safely and efficiently. They’ve been around for over 100 years and have a solid reputation in the mining world. If you’re looking for a way into the mining industry, this is a great first step.
Even though this is a short-term contract job (less than 6 months), doing well here could lead to more opportunities in the future. Many people who started as general workers at Fraser Alexander have grown into more advanced roles — so your journey can start right here.
Apply Today
If you’re hardworking, reliable, and serious about joining the mining industry, Fraser Alexander wants to hear from you. Even if you don’t have experience, this job is still open to you.
Apply before 31 July 2025 and take the first step toward a better future.