Job Vacancies at AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited – 5 Positions
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 person to join our dedicated team as:
1.) Personal Assistant to the Managing Director
2.) Senior Project Planner
3.) Personal Assistant to the Project Director
4.) Superintendent – Fleet
5.) Shaft & Winders Superintendent
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Personal Assistant to the Managing Director
ROLE PURPOSE AND CONTEXT
• The Personal Assistant to the Managing Director is to provide efficient administrative and effective communication services and professional support to the Managing Director to enable the smooth functioning of the MD’s office.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Coordinate and schedule daily meetings, to-do items as well as weekly, monthly and other periodic calendar appointments to ensure a well-structured and organized administrative support function to the Managing Director
• Maintain a professional image of the Managing Director’s Office by ensuring a high level of written and verbal communication to internal and external stakeholders:
• Taking minutes during meetings (including, but not limited to Ops Readiness Exco, Project Exco, Ghana Audit Committee and OTC, etc.), type up as an accurate and true reflection of meeting proceedings and distribute afterwards
• Assist with the drafting of written documentations such as briefs, letters, reports, contracts, proposals, etc.
• Draft letters for general correspondence, as requested by the Managing Director
• Compile and prepare confidential documents based on input provided by the Managing Director
• Assist in collating information for monthly and quarterly reports, acting on specific instructions
• Assist with the preparation of presentation layouts and designs, putting relevant information together from various sources
• Maintain correct and consistent visual expressions of the Company brand in all documentation, correspondence and events
• Maintain a filing system for all correspondence and documentation and keep it up to date, ensuring safekeeping of documents and archiving as and when required.
• Create and maintain efficient and timeous travel arrangements for the MD’s local and international travels
• Liaise with relevant mine officials for smooth holding of events through careful planning, preparation and organization as assigned from time to time
• Create and maintain an efficient, well-structured and organized administrative office
• Promote a professional company image and brand at all times
• Maintain office supplies and replenish stock as required
Qualification Required & Experience
• Tertiary qualification in Administration / Social Science or any other qualification relevant to the role
Experience
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in a similar role
Technical Competencies
• High level of skill and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and general computer literacy; skilled in data review and development of summary tables and graphs in excel
• Development of presentations in Power Point, and document review in Word.
• Time management and meeting organisation – skilled in Microsoft Office Outlook Management.
• Demonstrate high level of problems solving to develop creative and appropriate solutions to issues and tasks.
• Ability to process and review data and information and generate summary outputs.
• Ability to plan work, schedule tasks and allocate required resources to ensure on time delivery of outputs, to the right standard and quality.
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.
Click Here To Apply Online
Closing Date: 14 December, 2021
2.) Senior Project Planner
ROLE PURPOSE AND CONTEXT
• The primary purpose of the position is to take the lead role in respect to project planning function, specifically compiling and leading the Obuasi Redevelopment Project (ORP) Phase 3 Master Schedule process. This role is responsible for overseeing and implementing a comprehensive schedule control system, including day-to-day planning activities and the integration of Contractor, and third-party schedules into the overall ORP Phase 3 master schedule. Take ownership of and ensure the integrity of the data being processed supports accurate timely reporting, by providing a consistent and high-quality approach to all project planning and scheduling activities to support the day-to-day management and delivery of the project in line with schedule expectations. Take ownership of and ensure the integrity of the data being processed supports accurate timely reporting, by providing a consistent and high-quality approach to all project planning and scheduling activities to support the day to day management and delivery of the project in line with schedule expectations.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Responsible for the setup, implementation, maintenance and management of the baseline project master schedule and performance baseline to AGA Planning and Scheduling standards.
• Responsible for managing and maintaining the Primavera planning system.
• Prepare project reports including S-Curves, Dashboard, earned value management, etc.
• Ensure schedule alignment to WBS, contracting and procurement strategy.
• Support the Project Management team, by providing accurate and timely planning information, such as progress and productivity updates, critical path, near critical path, variance analysis and corrective actions to support decision making processes
• Conduct schedule analysis utilizing resource loading and levelling, S curves and histograms to ensure schedules are attainable and realistic.
• Oversee planning and scheduling resources to ensure adequate information and support is provided to the senior management team to make informed and timely decisions.
• Provide appropriate training and guidance where necessary to ensure data quality and integrity is maintained and converted into information to support timely decision making.
• Mentor and develop planning personnel, to raise planning competency, knowledge and promote best practice planning techniques
• Support a planning culture where continuous improvement in performance is valued.
• Implement schedule controls including float management, earned value and critical path analysis, with a well-defined, objective progress measurement regime
• Responsible for developing and implementing an operational readiness schedule for the Mining team
• Actively participate in schedule review meetings, maintain meeting records and agreed actions from minutes, and any follow activities to ensure actions are completed in a timely manner
• Provide regular project updates to the management team in relation to progress, and highlight any issues or concerns that may impact on compliance, cause delays or potential increase in cost
• Proactively address changes and incorporate formally approved changes into the schedule in a timely manner.
• Audit contractor and third-party schedules prior to incorporating into the project master schedule.
• Maintain accurate meeting records, agreed actions, and ensure follow up actions are completed.
• In conjunction with the Senior Manager UG Infrastructure, assist with the development of the overall commissioning schedule. Help coordinate engineering and construction labour and resources (plant and equipment) to support the commissioning process
• Lead by example always to create a safe working environment. Commitment to project safety, by taking responsibility for personal safety and ensuring safe working practices for the planning Team.
• Understand and adhere to HSE regulations with zero tolerance to breaches.
• Ensure safety is the prime consideration in the planning process
Qualification Required & Experience
• A recognized tertiary qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering
• Project Management Certification (PMP)
Experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in lead or senior planning and scheduling role on a major project
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of project management principles, with advanced knowledge of planning principles
• Extensive Engineering and Construction planning experience
• Demonstrated proficiency expert Primavera P6 Software and MS Project user
• Knowledge of related project controls functions specifically planning and control, progress measurement, change control and reporting principles
• Commitment to a culture of continuous improvement
Technical Competencies
• Extensive engineering and Construction planning experience
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of project management principles, with advanced knowledge of planning principles
• Knowledge of planning tools and systems including risk and scenario modelling
• Knowledge of related project controls functions specifically planning and control, progress measurement, change control and reporting principles
Leadership Competencies
• Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management
• Conflict Management Skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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.
Click Here To Apply Online
Closing Date: 21 December, 2021
3.) Personal Assistant to the Project Director
ROLE PURPOSE AND CONTEXT
• The Personal Assistant to the Project Director is to provide efficient administrative and effective communication services and professional support to the Project Director to enable the smooth functioning of the Project Director’s office.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Coordinate the Project Director’s Calendar
• Maintain a professional image of the Project Director’s Office by ensuring a high level of written and verbal communication to internal and external stakeholders:
• Taking minutes during meetings (including, but not limited to Project Exco) and type up as an accurate and true reflection of meeting proceedings and distribute afterwards
• Assist with the drafting of written documentations such as briefs, letters, reports, contracts, proposals, etc.
• Draft letters for general correspondence, as requested by the Project Director
• Compile and prepare confidential documents based on input provided by the Project Director
• Assist in collating information for monthly and quarterly reports, acting on specific instructions
• Assist with the preparation of presentation layouts and designs, putting relevant information together from various sources
• Maintain correct and consistent visual expressions of the Company brand in all documentation, correspondence and events
• Maintain a filing system for all correspondence and documentation and keep it up to date, ensuing safekeeping of documents and archiving as and when required.
• Create and maintain efficient and timeous travel arrangements for all local and international travels
• Liaise with relevant mine officials for smooth holding of events through careful planning, preparation and organization
• Create and maintain an efficient, well-structured and organized administrative office
• Promote a professional company image and brand at all times
• Maintain office supplies and replenishes stock as required
Qualification Required & Experience
• Tertiary qualification in Administration / Social Science or any other qualification relevant to the role
Experience
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in a similar role.
Technical Competencies
• High level of skill and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and general computer literacy; skilled in data review and development of summary tables and graphs in excel
• Development of presentations in Power Point, and document review in Word.
• Time management and meeting organisation – skilled in Microsoft Office Outlook Management.
• Demonstrate high level of problems solving to develop creative and appropriate solutions to issues and tasks.
• Ability to process and review data and information and generate summary outputs.
• Ability to plan work, schedule tasks and allocate required resources to ensure on time delivery of outputs, to the right standard and quality.
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.
Click Here To Apply Online
Closing Date: 14 December, 2021
4.) Superintendent – Fleet
ROLE PURPOSE AND CONTEXT
• The Superintendent – Fleet is accountable for the development and implementation of world-class maintenance practices for Underground and Surface Mobile Plant (Fleet), and related infrastructure/facilities belonging to this area.
• The application of operational engineering policies, standards, systems and procedures to maximise plant availability in a sustainable, cost-effective manner and minimise operational risks to meet the business’ strategic objective.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Deliver the Safety Management plan elements for the areas under the incumbent’s control.
• Provide technical input to management to develop the safety management plan, consistent with AGA’s standards.
• Review the application of safety standards and work practices for the area.
• Apply HSE regulations with zero tolerance to breaches.
• Demonstrate safety behaviour consistent with AGAG’s vision and values.
• Lead by example to create a safe working environment, where risks are assessed and managed, so tasks are performed without risk of injury or harm.
• As a minimum, achieve zero reportable environmental incidents, zero compliance breaches and no events requiring public disclosure.
• Utilise, ‘Analyse and Improve’ tools to investigate system interruptions so that exposure to environmental risks is reduced.
• Support the Manager to ensure the organisation structure is capable of delivering the maintenance strategy.
• Communicate policies and procedures in a manner to achieve full understanding and compliance by the workforce.
• Guide direct reports in leadership techniques to achieve maximum performance.
• Verify that supervisors develop a skills matrix that includes all disciplines and individual achievements.
• Identify skill deficiencies and initiate corrective action.
• Using AGA’s How we Work guidelines, clearly define the roles and accountabilities of direct reports.
• Provide input to Operational Readiness for the Fleet maintenance throughout the operation.
• Engage and develop appropriately skilled, capable and experienced personnel in the area of accountability.
• Support the development and implementation of systems for the Engineering and Mining departments to provide effective planning of work, efficient and safe work practices, monitoring of performance and promote continuous improvement.
• Ensure the work carried out by the maintenance team is of a standard that supports the operational requirements of the equipment and is at optimum cost.
• Identify sub-standard work practices and take action to eliminate them and identify the root cause of these poor work practices.
• Assign tasks to direct reports in line with achieving the agreed production plan.
• Lead a team of engineers to specify, design, analyse and verify new components and systems.
• Implement corporate programs such as asset management strategies, System for People, Operational Effectiveness, etc. across areas of control.
• Deploy strategies to identify defects in the workplace.
• Monitor the supply, availability and condition of parts, inventory, general and specific consumables and rotatable equipment required to provide assured sustainable operation of the mining operation.
• Provide input for the preparation of the departmental budget that supports the company’s objectives and strategy.
• Ensure cost impacts in the area of accountability are evaluated, approved, and budget is revised.
• Identify, communicate and implement potential cost reduction initiatives.
• Identify all current and potential risks promptly to the Refurbishment, Construction and Maintenance activities utilising the established Risk Management System, identifying activities and strategies to eliminate, manage or mitigate these risks
• Develop an asset management strategy in the area of accountability based on the Obuasi Operation’s expected life of mine (LOM).
• Utilise the SAP asset maintenance management system in maintenance activities.
• Ensure all direct reports are competent in the utilisation of the SAP asset maintenance management system to support a smooth transition into operations.
• Liaise and work collaboratively with the procurement team to establish the inventory and spare parts for the Underground Mine Mobile Equipment.
• Develop and maintain the Fleet Management Plan as a key Project Execution Plan sub-plan in the area of accountability.
• Provide input and support into establishing and maintaining Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), budget, schedule, and construction work packs for refurbishment activities.
• Oversee the Requests for Information (RFI) and Technical Query (TQ) process, review and approve appropriate technical and non-technical documentation.
• Oversee and witness inspections and testing regime to ensure quality and or performance is in line with obligations and expectations
• Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly reports, produce accurate and timely information that can clearly convey the status of safety, cost, schedule and quality for the refurbishment works.
• Inspect all works to ensure works are delivered in accordance with applicable designs, specifications and expectations.
Qualification Required & Experience
• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Maintenance Engineering, or equivalent
• Financial, commercial and project management through work experience and courses\
Experience
• An experienced mechanical / maintenance engineer with 5+ years’ experience in an underground environment.
• HME/LME experience
• Experience in management of Maintenance and Repair Contracts (MARC) and Mobile equipment.
• Experience in Project Management
• Knowledge of SAP PM Module.
Legal Requirement
• Must possess Superintendent Certificate of Competency from Mineral Commission of Ghana
Technical Competencies
• Strong maintenance competencies in fixed plants and mobile equipment
• Sound project management skills
• Should have analytical skills to be able to evaluate information and solve complex problems.
• Detail-oriented to understand complex systems, and recognition that a minor error can cause major problems.
• Commercially astute and able to work effectively with third parties.
• Legally astute 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
• Knowledge in AGA standards
• Knowledge in OEM legalities and mining regulations
• Demonstrated understanding of good engineering practices and the implementation of proactive maintenance strategies.
Leadership Competencies
• Build and sustain a team of direct reports capable of producing those outputs;
• Continuously improve the processes used by the team in delivering outputs;
• Model work behaviors for your direct reports,
• 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.
• Create an environment of teamwork and willingness to help coworkers
• Able to work different kinds of people
• Organizational skills to keep track of many workers, schedules, and budgets all at once
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.
Click Here To Apply Online
Closing Date: 15 December, 2021
5.) Shaft & Winders Superintendent
ROLE PURPOSE AND CONTEXT
• The Shaft & Winders Superintendent is accountable for monitoring and control of the winding equipment to ensure the operation is always compliant, safe, in accordance with operational and Engineering policies, standards, systems and procedures to maximise plant (winder) availability in a compliant, safe, sustainable, cost-effective manner and minimize operational risks in order to meet the business’ strategic objective.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Apply HSE regulations with zero tolerance to breaches.
• Demonstrate safety behaviour that is consistent with AGAG’s vision and values.
• Lead by example to create a safe working environment, where risks are assessed and managed, so tasks are performed without risk of injury or harm.
• Timely investigation of all injuries, illness, and incidents with action plans developed to prevent recurrences
• Ensure monitoring and data collection to demonstrate compliance, in accordance with the Government of Ghana conditions of approvals and the site’s Environmental Management Plan.
• Ensure zero reportable environmental incidents, zero compliance breaches and no events requiring public disclosure.
• Investigate process interruptions using ‘Analyse and Improve’ tools
• Using AGA’s How we Work guidelines, clearly define the roles and accountabilities of subordinates.
• Ensure the organisation structure is capable of delivering the required certified personnel to maintain winding plants and shafts fulfilling the strategic requirements at recommencement of operations.
• Communicate policies and procedures in a manner so as to achieve full understanding and compliance
• Provide guidance to subordinates in leadership techniques to achieve maximum performance
• Develop a skills matrix that includes all disciplines and individual achievements.
• Ensure operational areas maintain the skills matrix up-to-date
• Identify skill deficiencies and initiate corrective action
• Develop an appropriate succession plan for key positions with the correct supportive development plan
• Review, approve and sign off the winding maintenance training items detailed in the Refurbishment Execution Plan and schedule, infrastructure detailed design requirements, detailed testing plans, operational commissioning plans, handover plans, training plans, manuals, records, drawings, specifications and documents issued.
• Deliver winder operating and maintenance training and qualification levels consistent with the refurbishment plan and commencement of operations stages.
• Comply with reporting processes for managing training and qualification commensurate with winding equipment installation and refurbishment to deliver winding operations that meet cost, schedule and quality expectations consistent with the scope and quality contained in the Feasibility Study within area of accountability.
• Proactively control the training and qualifications process to avoid potential project cost and schedule overruns, whilst maintaining safety, budget, schedule and quality targets.
• Communicate accurate and timely maintenance schedule delivery, progress, cost and quality information in the area of accountability.
• Design and put in place reporting structure to provide major inputs to Engineering Manager - UG to allow reporting of Operational Readiness for the winding operations.
• Monitor the compliant completion of the winding aspects of the Operational Readiness plan for the mining teams including localisation plan.
• Engage and develop appropriately skilled, capable and experienced personnel in the area of accountability.
• Use the systems for the winding section to provide effective planning of work, efficient and safe work practices, monitoring of performance and promote continuous improvement.
• Identify sub-standard work practices, identify root cause and eliminate by corrective action.
• Task subordinates in line with achieving the agreed production plan
• Work with the team of Specialists to specify, design, analyze and verify new components and systems.
• Implement corporate programs, e.g. asset management strategies, System for People, Operational Effectiveness, etc. across areas of control.
• Deploy management routines to identify defects in the workplace
• Establish rapports with the other departments to ensure common goals are identified and reached
• Provide technical expertise input in the development of a 2-year plan for winding activities:
• Ensure statutory and corporate compliance
• Identify trends in winding equipment and operations to support performance
• Monitor failure root cause analysis
• Identify and consider the applicability of new technology and products
• Monitor the stage of the life cycle costing of key equipment with consideration to changing operational parameters
• Evaluate the cost of changing operational parameters
• Contribute electrical maintenance input to optimise processing plant availability and capability in a sustainable manner.
• Contribute to the sustainable use of the winding equipment:
• Plan and monitor completion of necessary training
• Plan, monitor and analyse to ensure long term sustainable operation of equipment
• Monitoring of the usage of winding equipment
• Ensure cost impacts in area of accountability are evaluated, approved and budget is revised
• Control delivery of winder maintenance training to the approved budget whilst proposing solutions to adapt to unforeseen circumstances and identify and discuss opportunities to exceed annual budget and action authorised changes
• Identify, communicate and implement potential cost reduction initiatives
• Manage the department in line with operational budget
• Develop and maintain the maintenance training portion of the Winding Engineering Management Plan, as a key Project Execution Plan sub plan for the area of accountability
• Arrange input and support into establishing and maintaining Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), budget, schedule, and construction work packs for refurbishment activities.
• Oversee the Requests for Information (RFI) and Technical Query (TQ) process, review and approve appropriate technical and non-technical documentation.
• Review and input into relevant plans such as Health, Safety, Quality and Commissioning
Qualification Required & Experience
• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Maintenance Engineering, or equivalent
• Financial, commercial and project management through work experience and courses.
Experience
• An experienced Winder Operations Manager/Specialist with 10+ years’ experience in underground mining
• Experience with Winder and Shaft maintenance, covering all aspects
• Experience in Project Management
• Knowledge of SAP PM module
Legal Requirement
• Must possess Engineering Certificate of Competency from Mineral Commission of Ghana.
Technical Competencies
• Strong Winder Operations competencies in underground mining
• Sound project management skills
• Should have analytical skills to be able to evaluate information and solve complex problems.
• Detail oriented to understand complex systems, and recognition that a minor error can cause major 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
• Knowledge in AGA standards
• Knowledge in OEM legalities and mining regulations
• Demonstrated understanding of good Engineering practices and the implementation of proactive maintenance strategies
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 behaviours 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.
• Create an environment of teamwork and willingness to help coworkers
• Able to work different kinds of people
• Organizational skills to keep track of many workers, schedules, and budgets all at once.
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.
Click Here To Apply Online
Closing Date: 21 December, 2021
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