AngloGold Ashanti (“AGA”), a leading global mining company, fosters a vibrant
and inclusive culture that welcomes new individuals to join its ranks.
Embracing diversity and inclusion, the company values and celebrates employees
for their unique perspectives and contributions. Collaboration and teamwork lie
at the core of its culture, promoting unity and shared goals. AngloGold Ashanti
also prioritises employee growth and development, offering ample opportunities
for career advancement and professional enrichment.
AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited, Obuasi Gold Mine,
is currently nearing completion of its redevelopment phase to become a modern,
efficient, and long-term profitable operation. The underground mining operation
is fully mechanised and designed to produce an average maximum of 5,000 t/day
of ore.
We are seeking an experienced and self-motivated
individual to join our dedicated team as detailed below:
Role Purpose
To implement safe mining strategies, policies, and
procedures for the effective exploitation of underground geological blocks and
efficient material handling.
Key Accountabilities
- Demonstrate
safety leadership and improve the culture within the team and with peers
regarding safety, health, and sustainable development.
- Proactively
support and supervise the main mining contractor to ensure monthly targets
are met within operational standards.
- Establish
and implement the necessary mine development QA, QC, risk management, and
contractor engagement processes and procedures for the redevelopment of
the Obuasi Mine to achieve operational readiness.
- Ensure
all underground operational works are carried out safely and efficiently.
- Develop,
manage, and implement schedules to meet timelines and engage stakeholders
for alignment and risk mitigation.
- Effectively
manage labour and resources to achieve set targets.
- Implement
safe mining strategies and procedures for shaft management, including safe
skipping operations, underground railway haulage, conveyor operations, and
transportation of men and materials.
- Ensure
all shaft banks, shaft stations, and surface yards are properly maintained
and legally compliant.
- Implement
cost-reduction strategies through prudent material usage. Develop and
submit the annual cost centre budget to achieve approved mine development
outputs.
- Ensure
effective contractor management systems that comply with AGA corporate and
regulatory standards.
- Perform
any other duties as legally and appropriately assigned.
Qualification & Experience
- Diploma
or B.Sc. degree in mining engineering.
- Minimum of 8 years’ experience in underground mine operations and contractor management.
Legal Requirement
- Mine
Captain’s Certificate of Competency or equivalent, as required by the
Minerals Commission (Chief Inspector of Mines).
Technical Competencies
Safety (Basic Application)
- Understands
key elements constituting site safety systems.
- Can
lead team-based risk assessments and conduct behaviour-based
observations.
- Actively
ensures critical controls are in place and effective.
- Participates
in reviewing safety system elements such as practices and procedures.
Mining Construction Works Processes & Practices
- Understands
mining construction processes and actively contributes to achieving
outcomes.
- Demonstrates
ability to apply technical skills within construction works.
- Identifies
potential problems and proposes solutions for higher-level approval.
- Responsible
for delivering production aspects of the construction works plan.
- Understands
construction practices, management, support systems, and their
interactions in achieving targeted performance.
Contract Management (Basic Application)
- Understands
contracts, key deliverables, and aligned processes.
- Capable
of managing an element of the contract management process.
- Can
propose, draft, and analyse potential contract variations and amendments
for approval by the contract manager.
Project Management (Basic Application)
- Understands
AGA project management standards and has applied them in minor projects.
- Able
to lead minor projects and collaborate with test work and engineering
consultant service providers.
Other Competencies
- Creating
a disciplined team to deliver planned work to defined standards.
- Managing
oneself by taking ownership of personal development.
- Building
effective working relationships across functions.
- Building
trust and accountability through integrity and honesty.
- Maximising
performance and achieving results by solving problems, analysing issues,
and driving outcomes.
Location: Obuasi
To submit your application, click on the link below
and complete all required fields on the online application form:
Closing Date: 30th September 2025
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