Max De Klerk

Highly experienced Underground Construction and Shaft Sinking Specialist with over 18 years of experience in shaft sinking, mine development, shaft rehabilitation, shaft equipping, underground construction, concrete lining, wetcrete operations, rigging, blasting support, and mine infrastructure projects. Extensive experience gained on major South African mining projects with Murray & Roberts, Aveng Mining, Redpath Mining, Shaft Sinkers, and Grass Valley Chrome Mine. Proven ability to work safely and effectively in demanding underground environments while leading crews, maintaining safety standards, and delivering quality construction work.

Site Foreman - Grass Valley Chrome Mine - South Africa

(2025-02 - 2026-05)

• Supervised underground crews during shaft rehabilitation and reopening projects.
• Conducted workplace inspections and safety audits.
• Prepared shift reports and progress documentation.
• Coordinated installation of support systems and shaft rehabilitation activities.
• Managed planning and execution of daily work schedules.
• Led installation of manway ladder systems to depths exceeding 200 meters.
• Ensured compliance with safety procedures and project requirements.

Shaftman Grade 1 - Murray & Roberts - South Africa

(2021-01 - 2024-12)

• Performed shaft sinking and shaft equipping operations on major mining projects.
• Participated in sinking and construction of service shafts and sinking silos.
• Installed ventilation systems, piping, and underground services.
• Conducted shaft repairs and rehabilitation work.
• Performed concrete lining and wetcrete operations using Putzmeister and related equipment.
• Constructed underground water dams, tanks, and bulkheads.
• Installed high-pressure service columns and associated shaft infrastructure.

Shaft Sinking Specialist - Aveng Mining - South Africa

(2018-09 - 2020-11)

• Conducted shaft sinking operations on deep-level mining projects.
• Performed rigging and slinging of materials and equipment underground.
• Prepared materials and equipment for shaft sinking activities.
• Assisted with shaft bottom development and construction operations.

Learner Timberman / Onsetter - Impala Platinum 16 Shaft - South Africa

(2016-03 - 2018-09)

• Conducted shaft maintenance and repair activities.
• Operated loading arrangements and ore pass systems.
• Constructed stations, rail systems, and underground services.
• Built settler dams and tipping arrangements.
• Performed onsetter and banksman duties.

Shaftman 7 - Redpath Mining - South Africa

(2014-12 - 2015-12)

• Participated in vertical shaft sinking operations.
• Worked within a multi-skilled shaft sinking crew.
• Performed stagehand and banksman duties.
• Assisted with shaft construction and development activities.

Construction Man - Shaft Sinkers - South Africa

(2010-01 - 2014-11)

• Constructed underground stations, refuge bays, ventilation walls, and pump stations.
• Installed rail systems and underground services.
• Conducted concrete work and support installation.
• Participated in mine development and infrastructure construction projects.

Manitou Crane Operator (25 Ton) - Shaft Sinkers - South Africa

(2008-01 - 2009-12)

• Operated 25-ton Manitou crane.