Occupational Certificates

Qualification Title: Operational Certificate: Loader Operator

SAQA Qual ID: 101671

NQF Level: 2

Credits: 56

A Loader Operator, operates and monitors a loader to scoop, lift, move and load large quantities of material for mining or construction operations. The loading machine types are generally wheel or track-mounted; and have hydraulically operated bucket systems. The qualified learner will know the functioning and operating of the loader, including health, safety and environmental requirements and to be able to operate the machine productively and safely.

A qualified learner will be able to:

• Operate a loading machine for mining and construction operations.

There is a need in various sectors of the South African economy for machine operators. In particular, loaders are essential to the construction and mining sectors. South African legislation requires persons to be trained and assessed competent before operating machines. This qualification will train and develop the qualifying learner with the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to ensure loaders are operated productively and safely. This will also improve the standard of training and assessment, which will lead to better operations and improved safety and will improve the mobility of employment. Most learners will already be employed. The career progression for loader operators will be to other machine operator specializations and to occupations in operations, engineering or training.

• Communication at NQF Level 1 or equivalent.
• Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 1 or equivalent.