🇬🇭 Job Vacancies @ AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited – 4 Positions

ANGLOGOLD ASHANTI (IDUAPRIEM) LIMITED (A subsidiary of AngloGold Ashanti Limited) operate the combine Teberebie and Iduapriem open-pits gold mines at Tarkwa in the Western Region of Ghana and has a work force of over 1400, including contractors.

Applications are invited from ambitious, energetic and performance driven individuals to fill in vacant position(s) mentioned below:

1.) Chief Resource Geologist
2.) Mine Manager
3.) Mechanical Superintendent – Process Plant
4.) Graduate Trainees

See job details and how to apply below.

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1.) Chief Resource Geologist

Position: Chief Resource Geologist
Contract Type/Duration: Permanent
Number of Position(s): One (1)
Department: Geology

Role Purpose

• To oversee mineral resource modeling and estimation in support of the Long-term Mine Planning and Exploration strategy.
• Conduct geological modelling and mineral resource evaluation of Iduapriem ore bodies in accordance with best practices.
• Ensure sound models are used for business planning and annual Mineral Resource reporting in line with international reporting codes. Scheduling and delivery of integrated planning models.
• Technical support in the monthly reconciliation process, analysis, and implementation of corrective actions in the mine-to-mill reconciliation process. Calculation of planning factors that influence life-of-mine budget.
• Supervision of drillhole database and sampling QAQC
• Mentorship of the team members in geological modelling and mineral resource evaluation
• Optimization of grade control estimation parameters
• Drill spacing studies
• Assistance with mining property and projects valuations
• Cross-functional support to exploration, geology, mining engineering, metallurgy and other functions where required.

Role Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain processes to provide a safe workplace to all employees and external service providers working within area of accountability
• Prepare Mineral Resource estimate reports in line with international reporting code guidelines, i.e., JORC (2012), NI 43-101
• Undertake Mineral Resource estimates using 3D computer methodologies for projects at various stages of development in accordance with international best practices.
• Assist with the Mineral Resource (and possibly Mineral Resource/Reserve) audits associated with multi-disciplinary studies in Technical Audits or Competent Persons Reports levels
• Evaluate laboratories used for sample analysis and relevant analysis of Quality Assurance-Quality Control (QA-QC) measures
• Collecting, recording, and cataloging of geological samples; core logging, QA-QC (Quality Assurance-Quality Control) analysis and interpretation of results, and compilation of formal technical geological reports.
• Continuous working to mitigate environmental risks, prevent pollution, minimise waste, increase carbon efficiency and make efficient use of natural resources.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Geosciences, or its equivalent from a recognized institution
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Mineral Resource estimation.
• Competence in one or more software packages such as Datamine, Surpac, Gemcom, Leapfrog, or Vulcan.
• Should have knowledge in other database soft wares e.g., Fusion and Acquire
• Professional registration with a recognized international body e.g., AUSIMM, AIG, GhIG, etc.
• Detailed knowledge of international Mineral Resource and Reserve Reporting Codes
• Demonstrated capability in organizing work, setting priorities, and exercising sound independent judgement
• Ability to work effectively with people, including high performing professional teams
• Strong interpersonal, influencing and communication skills
• Preparedness to take a well-reasoned stand on matters of importance
• Must have strong desire to coach and develop others by sharing skills and knowledge
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills in English
• Must possess very strong human relations skills and ability to interact with people of diverse culture and value
• Medical fitness for the position and environment
• Possess a valid driver’s license and proficiency in driving light vehicle

Required Skill

• Compliance with statutory requirements to sign off as a CP for mineral resources.
• Proficient user of Leapfrog and Datamine
• Sound understanding of scripting and/or macro writing principles
• Technical acumen and analytical thinking.

Location: Tarkwa

How To Apply For The Job

To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

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Closing Date: 27 October, 2022

2.) Mine Manager

ROLE PURPOSE AND CONTEXT

• To develop, enhance and sustain the operating systems, processes and work routines introduced across the mining function and undertake the delivery of specific project related initiatives to drive Continuous Improvement outcomes across mining.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Ensure 100% compliance to set OHS KPIs and also ensure that direct reports also comply with same.
• Ensure there are zero incidents and zero injuries related to activities he/she is involved in or under his/her jurisdiction.
• Accountable for the implementation, communication and enforcement of all environmental legal compliance for the department.
• Identify the environmental aspects of all activities/areas of oversight responsibilities and provide appropriate mitigation measures.
• Investigate, respond and take measures to prevent actual/ potential environmental in the areas of responsibility.
• Install, manage and identify opportunities for optimizing the mining systems, processes and practices for the redevelopment of the Obuasi Mine
• Establish and manage the Quality Assurance and Quality Control requirements for the mining operations
• Rigorously drive implementation of projects and nurture and sustain a culture of Accountability and Continuous Improvement within team
• Complete the development program elements identified and managed by the Senior Manager – Mining
• Develop, communicate, and deliver a rolling 18-month plan, by quarter, that delivers required Mining services and outputs
• Develop and deliver the annual Mining cost centre budget to achieve the required targets for achieving annual, medium term and Life of Mine (LoM) business plans

Qualification Required & Experience

• BSc Mining / Engineering Degree or equivalent, or equivalent operational experience
• Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency or equivalent

Experience

• Three (3) to five (5) years' operational experience within an underground mining environment of which at least three (3) years is at senior management level;
• Familiar with Mining Software
• Excellent Communication Skills.

Technical Competencies

• Can identify and interpret safety risks and resolve emerging issues; and ensuring that appropriate focus and resources are available to achieve safety objectives
• Understands key underground mining processes and has demonstrated the ability to apply it in optimizing performance.
• Understanding of good underground production practices, management, support systems, and how each should interact to deliver targeted performance.
• Able to manage performance based on interpretation of data and can initiate and drive the operational improvements as required.
• Demonstrated ability of delivering to production and cost targets.
• Understanding of good mine planning processes and the ability to drive the establishment of required planning systems and approaches.
• Strong knowledge in contract management practices and demonstrated ability in managing operational mining contracts
• Ability to lead a minor project and interact with test work and engineering consultant service providers

Leadership Competencies

• Demonstrate behaviours consistent with AngloGold values.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and motivating skills
• Fostering a team environment – inspiring and motivating others, promoting collaboration and team work, developing others,
• Building effective working relationships - the ability to build and maintain effective cross functional working relationships
• Drive accountability in the department

Location: Obuasi

How To Apply For The Job

To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

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Closing Date: 27 October, 2022

3.) Mechanical Superintendent – Process Plant

ROLE PURPOSE AND CONTEXT

The purpose of this role is to administer, resolve all technical maintenance issues and train supervisors to deliver maximum efficiency of equipment and high plant availability in a safe and sustainable manner by efficiently and effectively maintaining and improving all fixed plant mechanical installations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Accountable for own safety, the safety of Supervisors (Duty of Care). The accountability extends to monitoring of contractors providing services to the Mechanical section. Report positive performance and concerns to the Engineering Manager-Process Plant for action. Objective is zero injuries.
• Participate in development and review of operating procedures and risk assessments.
• Contribute to achieving zero reportable environmental incidents
• Coordinate task allocation and monitor the quality of work by the Technicians, contractors, and other service providers, follow up on the completion of tasks and projects by proving guidance, feedback, responding to questions and providing instructions on how to complete aspects of the work, within the boundaries described by the Manager
• Administer and resolve all technical maintenance issues
• Involve all capital improvement projects and organize various performance appraisals and recommend training programs as per requirement.
• Actively utilise SAP and the work management system to ensure maintenance work orders and defects are accurately recorded and information is correct and up to date.
• Perform regular audit and resolve all safety control programs within the process plant.
• Efficiently train Mechanical supervisors and technicians and prepare all short/long term programs and ensure achievement of all objectives with required budget.
• Collaborate with various departments to maintain mechanical integrity of all plant programs.
• Analyze all equipment requirements and assist in requisition of all tools and equipment.
• Review and recommend improvements of all SOP procedures and perform troubleshoot on all plant activities and resolve all issues and assist facilities manager to implement all changes.
• Liaise with supervisors to administer the maintenance of all process plant asset including Crushers, Conveyor Systems, Pumps, Pipe Work, SAG Mills, Ball Mill, Vibrating Screens & Feeders, Cranes & Hoists, Cyclones, Compressors, Blowers, tailings and all associated Tanks, Launders and Steelworks.
• Supervise the installation of new equipment or modifications to existing equipment.
• Ensure that all new installations comply with relevant AGA Standards.
• Assist with shutdown co-ordination and execution.
• Monitor costs within the department so to keep within the allocated budget
• Assist in delivering engineering services to meet the standards and requirements of relevant governmental agencies

Qualification Required & Experience

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Process Plant Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong management and leadership skills will be an advantage
• Financial, commercial and project management through work experience and courses.

Experience

• An experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with a minimum of seven (7) years’ relevant experience in, preferably Gold Process Plant maintenance
• Experience in management of Maintenance and Repair Contracts (MARC) and Plant Shutdown Maintenance
• Experience working in environments with noise, dust, elevated work areas, confined work areas, extremes of temperature, water, slurry.
• Knowledge of SAP PM module.
• Experience in management and QA/QC on contractor work

Legal Requirements

• Must possess at least Sectional Engineer’s Certificate of Competency from Minerals Commission of Ghana.
• Professional Certificated Engineer with a relevant certification body will be an advantage (e.g., Ghana Institution of Engineers)

Technical Competencies

• Strong mechanical maintenance competencies in mining and/or extractive metallurgy environment
• Sound project management skills
• Should have analytical skills to be able to evaluate information and solve complex problems.
• Commercially astute and able to work effectively with third parties.
• Legally astute with respect to project delivery and maintenance systems
• Excellent skills in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Project and Excel
• Must be able to communicate about technical issues both orally and in writing

Leadership Competencies

• Build and sustain a team of subordinates capable of producing those outputs;
• Continuously improve the processes used by the team in delivering outputs;
• Model work behaviors for your subordinates,
• Consistent with the company values
• Proven ability to initiate and drive the construction project through its life cycle.
• To support and motivate the construction project team to deliver the project goals.
• Finding innovative solutions through creative thinking and problem solving

Location: Obuasi

How To Apply For The Job

To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

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Closing Date: 27 October, 2022

4.) Graduate Trainees

Role Purpose

• To provide opportunities for young graduates to learn the essential skills covering the entire value chain of open pit gold extraction operations and nurture them as future potential leaders by equipping them with the requisite competences, right behaviours, and confidence to take up greater professional accountabilities in their respective fields of studies or disciplines.

• This will be done by giving successful graduates experience in a variety of operational settings to accelerate the acquisition of on-the-job skills, knowledge, and the right attitudes and to serve as a potential source of talents for the company’s current and future manpower requirements.

Disciplines Required

• BSc. Electrical / Mechanical Engineering
• BSc. Mining Engineering
• BSc. Chemical / Mineral Processing / Metallurgical / Material Engineering
• BSc. Geological Engineering / Geology / Earth Science or Geosciences
• BSc. Human Resource Management, Management Studies
• BSc. Environment and Safety Engineering / Natural Resources

Eligibility

• Applicants must be a Ghanaian with a degree qualification in relation to the above disciplines from a recognized institution
• Applicants must have completed National Service at the time of application
• Must be familiar with mining industry operations
• Knowledge in MS Office applications.
• Effective interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team-oriented setting
• Must possess very strong human relations skills and ability to interact with people of diverse culture and value
• Medical fitness for the position and environment

Location: Tarkwa

How To Apply For The Job

To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 26 October, 2022