16 TYGERBURGER Kraaifontein
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Charity high tea for cystinsosis The Cystinsosis Foundation South Africa is holding a charity high tea in the Durbanville Rose Garden on Saturday 19 October. There are three separate sessi-
ons – from 10:00 to 12:00, from 12:30 to 14:30, and from 15:00 to 17:00. The cost is R50 per head. V Bookings can be made with Liz Lom bard on 021 913 3281.
Afrimat Aggregates Western Cape is currently seeking the services of hardworking individuals with potential to fill these vacancies at Kliprug Quarry in Durbanville.
Lab Attendant
To be successful, candidates will require the following: • A Matric (Grade 12) (A National Diploma would be advantageous) • The ability to carry out the grading of the material and general tasks • The ability to perform calculations and work with figures • Good knowledge of tests done in the lab according to the TMH testing methods • The ability to interpret results as per COLTO specifications • The ability to function independently • Punctuality and precision • The ability to work under pressure and sometimes work extended hours • Computer literacy in Microsoft Excel and Word • Good administrative capabilities • The ability to report on tests done and give the necessary commentary.
Plant Attendant
To be successful, candidates will require the following: • A minimum of a Grade 10 (Grade 12 would be advantageous) • The ability to read, write and take verbal instructions • The ability to work under pressure and sometimes extended hours (including overtime and Saturdays) • The ability to carry out instructions given by your Superior and work as part of a team • The ability to ensure the plant is cleaned regularly • Literacy and functional numeracy skills • Safety consciousness.
Dumper Operator
To be successful, candidates will require the following: • A minimum of a Grade 10 (Grade 12 would be advantageous) • 3-5 years’ experience • A valid Dumper Operator Certificate • Basic mechanical background • The ability to work under pressure and sometimes extended hours (including overtime and Saturdays) • The ability to carry out instructions given by the superior, as well as work as part of a team • Literacy and functional numeracy skills • Safety consciousness. Should you fulfil the above criteria and wish to apply, please forward your CV to the Human Resources Officer at e-mail: sharrol.ramukhubathi@afrimat.co.za or fax: 086 666 2129 (maximum 3 pages) to reach us by no later than Friday, 18 October 2013. In line with the Company’s commitment to Employment Equity and diversifying its workforce, applications from the designated groups will be given priority consideration. The Company reserves the right not to make appointment. We will only correspond with short-listed candidates. www.humanjobs.co.za
Human Communications (Cape) C103088
Woensdag, 9 Oktober 2013
Never too old to wow crowd TINA BURGER
@kaapse_kind
Talent does not look at age when it comes to having what it takes. 70-year-old Olaf Roberg from Bothasig proved this after he won the Forever Young Music Competition at the end of September. The competition held at Ferryman’s Tavern in the V&A Waterfront was tough and exhausting, but Roberg pushed through to “wow” the audience. And TygerBurger found out what makes him tick. “I fell in love with music when I met a few friends in Carletonville. Hansie Roodt from Johannesburg as well as Dirkie Smit and Theo Erasmus from Randburg along with myself played in a little band at “Die Boereplaas” every Saturday,” he said. This was in the early 1970s. “When my wife and I moved to Cape Town I started listening to Elvis, Roy Orbison, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Nat King Cole. I also liked the country songs by Willie Nelson and Glen Campbell,” he added. And from there “it was magic”. “I used to go to bop-sessions as they were called in those days and we played in halls and also in churches. But, then for over 40 I did not pick up the old guitar for gigs. “I only played at family braais or when we went camping with friends. “In July my sister-in-law told me about a singing talent competition for people over the age of 40 years. The elimination process took place over eight weeks, but at first, I was very hesitant to enter the competition,” he said. Eventually his children persuaded him and he entered the competition on the last day. “I did it just for fun,” he said. This fun then got him into the semi-final and he was one of six contestants to go through to the final round. “I had a few songs to choose from for the final, but I decided to challenge myself and try out a new song,” he said. He chose to sing “Blueberry Hill” and “Bad Moon Rising” by Creedance Clearwater Revival. “I was a little nervous, but once I got on the stage
Olaf Roberg might be 70 years old but he has a raw talent which inspires young artists to follow in his steps. PHOTO: TINA BURGER
I was in my element,” he said. Next was the shock of when he was called out as the winner of the competition. “It was such a surprise. I won an eight- hour recording session and a neat microphone and headphones,” he added. Even though he hadn’t played for years his fingers found the beat to the music of his guitar. “People of my age should never be afraid to try new things. When we listen to music from our age, seeing people we know performing, it reminds us of our past and the lives we lived from the 50s onwards,” he said.