AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited, Obuasi Gold Mine is currently near completion of the redevelopment phase to become a modern, efficient and long-term profitable operation. The underground mining operation has been fully mechanized and designed to produce up to an average maximum of 5,000 t/day of ore mined.

We are seeking an experienced and self-motivated persons to join our dedicated team as;

1.) Electrical Technician – Rail System
2.) Head of Operations

See job details and how to apply below.




1.) Electrical Technician – Rail System

ROLE PURPOSE AND CONTEXT

• The Electrical Technician-Rail System will report to the Electrical Supervisor - UG and is accountable for executing all electrical maintenance, repairs for the underground Rail system as required and tasked covering day/night or on shift basis in a safe and compliant manner.
• The role is to also assist and understudy the Rail System and for the Phase 3 project at KMS.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Accept personal responsibility for his/her own health and safety and that of every mine worker affected by his work
• Work compliantly with the requirement of government of Ghana Agencies, environmental, health and safety legislation and AGAG regulation
• Adhere to site’s Environmental Management Plan
• Comply and follow the operating procedures and environmental rules for the performance of assigned job
• Must correct, or report to supervisor any observed environmental deviations, practices and conditions as well as make suggestions to improve any aspect of environmental management
• Interface with contractors as directed and or construction team regarding electrical work tasks for project work and planned works that support the overall work plan, schedule, and expectations
• Attend training, development, and performance improvement training as required
• Execute electrical refurbishment and maintenance work items as tasked – compliant and in accordance with all relevant regulations from Government of Ghana and AGAG
• Execute daily pre-start checks of equipment/tools prior to leaving workshop. Escalate and report any anomalies
• Assess all equipment required for completion of tasked work, create checklist, and transport all tools necessary for task completion
• Recognize any machine and electrical equipment anomalies that would indicate requirement for maintenance, report and escalate
• Provide data and information to support the Maintenance Planner to close out work orders in SAP on completion of tasked work for all underground and maintenance activities
• Assess all components of underground rail transport and rolling stock systems to identify and correct defects as well as execute maintenance schedule and all related works for the smooth operations and maintenance of the rail systems
• Execute work in a timely manner
• Carry out work cost effectively
• Stop any underground electrical equipment operation if there exists a high risk or unsafe to be used

Qualification Required & Experience

• Minimum of Electrical Engineering Technician Certificate Part I or equivalent
• Certificate of successful completion of respected electrical trade apprenticeship

Experience

• Five (5) years of experience of post-apprenticeship work in an electrical trade
• Familiarity with Ghana Minerals and Mining (Health Safety and Technical) Regulation
• Underground infrastructure maintenance working experience
• Knowledge in rail transport and rolling stock systems
• Knowledge in troubleshooting faults in electrical/electronic systems
• Ability to work on low and medium voltage equipment

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: 24 October, 2022

2.) Head of Operations

ROLE PURPOSE AND CONTEXT

• The Head of Operations role is to lead the Operations Team (Geology, Mine Technical Services, Mining, Processing and Engineering) of the Obuasi Mine, in building capacity and capability, systems and processes to deliver the production and cost objectives of the approved budget.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Establish the necessary foundation in the Operations Division for the Obuasi Mine
• Implement the operational elements of the approved project for the operations functions.
• Consistent with the approved project, evaluate and recommend the strategy and long-term business options of the Obuasi Mine, set department context for Operations Manager and Department Heads and manage risks to delivering the strategy.
• Review and recommend the annual budget for the operating functions
• Manage the delivery of the approved operational budget by identifying and addressing priority performance variances.
• Resource and develop the people within the Operations Division to consistently deliver the annual budget, Life of Mine (LoM) plan and strategy according to their role and level of authority
• Expedite the development and delivery of a capable and competent Senior Operational Management team and in particular, a successor to this role within 3 years.
• Nurture and sustain a site culture of Accountability and Continuous Improvement
• Develop and maintain constructive relationships with Internal (Excom, Corporate, Group Planning & Technical, Project Director, International Operations, CAR etc.) and External (Government and Regulatory) Stakeholders.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A bachelor’s degree that has been awarded by a recognized tertiary institution: mining, engineering, geology, or in a related field.
• Post graduate qualifications and/or development training in management and finance
• A Mine Manager Certificate of Competence issued under the Ghana Minerals and Mining Regulations 2012 (L12182), or the required qualifications and experience to enable the successful application for the certificate.

Experience

• Minimum of twenty-five (25+) years’ experience of which ten (10+) years should be at General Management level.
• General Management experience in hard rock Underground mining operations.
• African or emerging country experience well regarded.
• Demonstrated substantial knowledge and experience in Operational Leadership and effectiveness, stakeholder management with regulatory authorities and risk management disciplines within the mining or heavy manufacturing sectors and large-scale transformation.

Technical Competencies

• Operations Management
• Establishing and refining systems and processes.
• Mining contract management
• Change Management
• Performance Management
• Cost management

Location: Accra

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: 24 October, 2022