Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and safety-focused Asphalt Plant Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and monitoring the asphalt plant to ensure the safe, efficient, and consistent production of high-quality asphalt in accordance with production schedules and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
• Operate and monitor the asphalt plant to achieve production targets.
• Ensure asphalt is produced to the required specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and routine operational checks on plant equipment.
• Monitor plant controls, temperatures, material feed rates, and production processes.
• Perform basic maintenance and lubrication of plant equipment and report defects promptly.
• Maintain accurate production, maintenance, and stock records.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel to minimise equipment downtime.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality management requirements.
• Keep the plant and surrounding work areas clean and well maintained.
• Assist with stock management of aggregates, bitumen, and other raw materials.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Plant Superintendent
Minimum Requirements
• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent.
• Relevant qualification in Ammann Asphalt Plant operations, engineering, or a related field will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience operating an asphalt plant or similar industrial plant.
• Knowledge of asphalt production processes and plant control systems.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and overtime when required.
• Valid driver's licence (Code B or higher) will be an advantage.
Preferred Skills
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
• Reliable, responsible, and self-motivated.
Interested candidates must send their CVs to careers@mmsurfacing.co.za
No walk-ins or hand delivered CVs will be accepted
Shortlisted candidates will undergo screening and vetting of their qualifications.
Maloka Machaba Surfacing (PTY) Ltd
2013
28 Chroom Street
Futura
Polokwane
51-200
Manufacturing
Company
About
Maloka Machaba Surfacing Pty (Ltd) (“MM Surfacing”) is a 100% black owned company with interest in the Hot Asphalt Manufacturing industry. The company offers three major services which include asphalt manufacturing, surfacing/placement and logistics.
MM Surfacing was started by two young and vibrant entrepreneurs with civil engineering background. The Asphalt industry is faced with a number of dynamics and the founders realised the challenges facing the development of road infrastructure and were inspired to offer lasting solutions to the industry.
Asphalt Manufacturing
Maloka Machaba Surfacing manufactures a variety of asphalt mixes.
The company has a 140 ton/hour Asphalt Batch Plant based in Polokwane, Limpopo.
Surfacing
MM Surfacing has a number of pavers, rollers, chip spreaders and bitumen distributors to meet all our client’s road surfacing needs.
Logistics
Our logistics arm of the business ensures that the client can depend on us to provide quality asphalt at the quickest possible way.
Central to our business strategy is ensuring that we provide quality products that supersede clients expectation.
MM
Surfacing has a team of highly capable technical professionals, sales and logistics personnel. Each staff member is committed to ensure that we offer excellent services and maintain high standard in executing our operation.
Waste Management
Under the Waste Management offering, MM Surfacing provide unique waste collection services, landfill operations and management, and waste recycling.