Themba Ndabeni

Mining Engineering Student - Dev Winch Operator

Kathu, John Taolo Gaetsewe District MunicipalityMember since February 1, 2026

Knowledge of stopping and development operationsUnderstanding of explosives handling and rock drilling processesStrong communication and teamwork abilitiesProblem-solving, planning, and organizing capabilitiesKnowledge of mine standards and MHSA safety complianceMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

About

Motivated third-year Mining Engineering student with over 2 year and 6 month of underground stoping/development experience. Currently working as a Dev Winch Operator and previously as a Stope Timber. Applying for the Mining Trainee (Learner Official) programme to develop knowledge and understanding of mining operations in depth.

While applying for competency for Miner qualification, gaining official supervisory exposure, and contribute to production and safety excellence. Applying work experience and knowledge acquired from school, committed to production while maintaining high safety standards.

Experience

Stope Timber - Impala Bafokeng (North shaft) - Platchro Mining Contractor - Rustenburg

(2023-08 - 2024-11)

Assisted in temporary and permanent stope support installation
Maintained workplace safety practices, contributing to zero-harm objectives

Stopping Scraper Winch Operator - Impala Bafokeng (North shaft) - Platchro Mining Contractor - Rustenburg

(2024-11 - 2026-03)

Over 12 months underground stopping/development experience
Experience handling explosives and operating rock drill machine
Assisted with preparing stope face for blasting to ensure safe and efficient operations
Ensured regulatory compliance and adherence to mine standards
Exposure to production target environments and working under supervision

Dev Scraper Winch Operator - Impala Bafokeng (North shaft) - Rustenburg

(2026-03)