Get certified to operate drill rigs safely and professionally with our accredited training programmes in the Northern Cape. LWTS provides hands-on, high-quality training for individuals and teams in the mining and construction industries.
Our drill rig operator training is aligned with MQA (Mining Qualifications Authority) unit standards and includes both surface and underground mining applications.
We offer:
Percussion Drill Rig Training – Operate small-diameter blast hole drill rigs using compressors.
Mechanised Drill Rig Training – Learn to drill stone blocks for blasting or splitting in quarry environments.
Long-Hole Drill Rig Training – Master the use of electro-hydraulic long-hole drill rigs for underground mining.
We provide drill rig operator training across the Northern Cape, including:
Kathu
Kuruman
Postmasburg
Kimberley
Hotazel
Training can be conducted on-site at your facility or at one of our accredited training centres. We customise training to suit your work environment.
This course is ideal for:
New entrants to the mining industry
Existing operators who need certification
Mining contractors and supervisors training their teams
No previous experience is required for entry-level courses.
Equipment safety inspections
Operating techniques for various drilling conditions
Pre-operational and shutdown procedures
Mining safety regulations
Practical hands-on drills and assessments
All participants receive an MQA-aligned Certificate of Competence, valid for employment in mining, quarrying, and construction sectors throughout South Africa.