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Salt Miner / Rock Salt Miner
Noavaran
Dubai, UAE
Full Time
Entry
Onsite
1 weeks ago
DrillingBlastingMechanical CuttingMining Machinery OperationSafety CompliancePhysical Fitness
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About the Role
Noavaran is seeking an experienced Salt Miner / Rock Salt Miner for a physically demanding role in Dubai. The position involves drilling, blasting, cutting, and loading rock salt deposits in a mining operation, requiring previous mining experience and safety consciousness.
Key Skills for This Role
DrillingBlastingMechanical CuttingMining Machinery OperationSafety CompliancePhysical Fitness
Responsibilities
- Carry out rock salt extraction operations including drilling, blasting, mechanical cutting, and manual breaking
- Operate mining machinery and equipment such as continuous miners, loaders, conveyors, and haul vehicles
- Load extracted rock salt onto conveyors, hoppers, or haulage vehicles for transport
- Inspect work areas, equipment, and ground conditions at start of each shift; report hazards
- Assist with installation and maintenance of ground support, ventilation systems, and drainage infrastructure
- Comply with all occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Participate in daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and incident reporting
- Support equipment maintenance teams with basic servicing, cleaning, and pre shift checks
- Assist with stockpiling, grading, and quality sorting of extracted rock salt
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard free work area
Requirements
- Previous experience in underground or surface mining, quarrying, tunneling, or comparable heavy industrial environment strongly preferred
- Familiarity with drilling, blasting, or mechanical cutting operations in salt, potash, limestone, or similar mining context is an asset
- Valid mining or blasting certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
- Ability to operate mining vehicles and equipment; valid heavy vehicle or equipment operator license preferred
- Strong understanding of mining safety practices including PPE use, emergency procedures, and hazard identification
- Good physical fitness and ability to work in confined, underground, or outdoor environments
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately; basic literacy and numeracy skills
- Team oriented with cooperative attitude
Full Job Posting
About the Job
- We are seeking a physically fit, safety conscious, and experienced Salt Miner / Rock Salt Miner to carry out extraction, processing, and material handling operations at our salt mining site.
- The successful candidate will perform drilling, blasting, cutting, and loading of rock salt deposits — working as part of a close knit underground or surface operations team to meet production targets safely and efficiently.
- This is a hands on, physically demanding role working closely with shift supervisors, equipment operators, maintenance crews, and site management to ensure continuous, safe, and productive mining operations.
Responsibilities
- Carry out rock salt extraction operations including drilling, blasting, mechanical cutting, and manual breaking as directed by the shift supervisor.
- Operate mining machinery and equipment such as continuous miners, loaders, conveyors, and haul vehicles in accordance with site procedures and safety protocols.
- Load extracted rock salt onto conveyors, hoppers, or haulage vehicles for transport to processing or storage areas.
- Inspect work areas, equipment, and ground conditions at the start of each shift; report hazards, defects, or unsafe conditions immediately.
- Assist with the installation and maintenance of ground support, ventilation systems, and drainage infrastructure as required.
- Comply with all occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations applicable to mining operations at all times.
- Participate in daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and incident reporting procedures.
- Support equipment maintenance teams with basic servicing, cleaning, and pre shift checks on assigned machinery.
- Assist with the stockpiling, grading, and quality sorting of extracted rock salt as directed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard free work area throughout and at the end of each shift.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in underground or surface mining, quarrying, tunneling, or a comparable heavy industrial environment is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with drilling, blasting, or mechanical cutting operations in a salt, potash, limestone, or similar evaporite or sedimentary mining context is an asset.
- Valid mining or blasting certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire) in accordance with local regulatory requirements.
- Ability to operate mining vehicles and equipment; valid heavy vehicle or equipment operator license preferred.
- Strong understanding of underground or surface mining safety practices, including personal protective equipment (PPE) use, emergency procedures, and hazard identification.
- Good physical fitness and ability to work in confined, underground, or outdoor environments in varying conditions.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends as required by production schedules.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately; basic literacy and numeracy skills required.
- Team oriented with a cooperative attitude and commitment to supporting colleagues and site operations.
- Experience working in remote or site based accommodation arrangements is an asset.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to work at an established and actively producing salt mining operation with a strong safety culture and experienced team.
- A supportive crew environment with experienced supervisors and clear operational procedures.
- Competitive daily or shift based compensation, including site allowances and overtime where applicable.
- Provision of all required personal protective equipment, tools, and site facilities.
- On the job training and support for obtaining relevant certifications and equipment licenses.
- Opportunities for advancement into senior operator, supervisory, or specialist roles based on performance and experience.
How to Apply
- Please submit CV, cover letter, certifications, and references to farhang@parsikia.ir with subject line 'Salt Miner / Rock Salt Miner'.
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and may be asked to complete a brief site induction assessment or practical skills verification.
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