Operator 2 - Crane
Geita, Geita, TZ
ABOUT GEITA GOLD MINING LTD
Geita Gold Mining Ltd (GGML) is Tanzania’s leading gold producer with a single operation in Geita Region. The company is a subsidiary of AngloGold Ashanti, an international gold producer headquartered in Denver, USA. AGA has operations in more than ten countries across four continents. The mine is situated in the Lake Victoria Gold fields of Northwestern Tanzania, only about 120 km’s from Mwanza City and 20 km’s Southeast of the nearest point of Lake Victoria. The company has its main office and operations in Geita, only 5 Km’s west of the fast-growing town of Geita, and a supporting office in Dar es Salaam. Applications are invited from ambitious, energetic and performance driven individuals to fill in vacant position(s) mentioned below:
Contract type & Duration: Unspecified Time Contract
Department: Engineering
Reporting to: Cranes & Lifting Supervisor
Number of Positions: One (01)
GGML is an equal opportunity employer: Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
The role holder is responsible for the correct operation of the crane in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and site standards operating procedure.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3 in rigging or equivalent.
- Must be a registered rigger with approved board.
- Scaffolding Certification is an added advantage.
- Must possess valid Tanzanian Driving License Class E,G & F.
EXPERIENCE:
- A Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Crane Operator in Mining / Costruction environment.
- Have a good understanding of rules and regulations regarding Lifting Machinery.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to always demonstrate professionalism in the workplace.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Proven Ethical behaviour and integrity.
- Ability to work under pressure.
MAIN OR KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Adherence to lift plans, JSA’s, take 5 and method statements.
- Participate actively to company strategy regarding safety. Participate in Daily, weekly, monthly & managerial briefs.
- Understand load weight estimation, centre of gravity, effects of angles on lifting equipment.
- Carry out Quarterly colour coding of portable lifting equipment and update registers.
- Confirm lifting radius and weights. Ensuring correctly sized equipment is used.
- Completion of work requests.
- Undergo Training programs to acquire and maintain certification for operating various lifting machinery.
- Conduct Crane Lifting Operations in a safe and timely manner.
- Adhere to safe working practices and capture of safe working documents, Lift Plans, take 5, JSA’s, Lift Studies, Lifting Permits, Plant Permits and Electrical Isolation Permits and Method Statements.
- Actively participate in safety meetings and during Toolbox Talks.
- To carry out day to day operations of related tasks to Crane Operators throughout the GGM Mine Complex.
- To conduct day to day operations of related tasks to Rigging Operators throughout the GGM Mine Complex.
- Examination of portable lifting equipment before and after use.
- Quarantine defective lifting accessories.
MODE OF APPLICATION:
- Please apply by clicking APPY NOW button below.
- On the portal you will be required to upload your detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, e- mail and telephone contacts, names, and addresses of three referees. Please do not attach certificates that are not related to the qualifications stated above.
- You will also be required to upload a cover / application letter addressed to “Director - Human Resources", Geita Gold Mining Ltd. Subject should be “Operator 2 - Crane’’
- If you struggle to apply via the link provided, please head over to our website https://www.geitamine.com/en/people/ for a step-by-step guide on how to apply for jobs on our recruitment portal (SuccessFactors).
- You will be required to present original certificates if you are contacted for interviews.
- Internal Applicants (those currently employed by AngloGold Ashanti) must have their application letter endorsed by their Head of Department (HOD) or Manager once Removed (MoR).
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
- Applications should reach the above on or before 16th January 2026 at 5:30 PM.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
BEWARE OF CONMEN! GGML does not receive money in exchange for a job position. Should you be asked for money in exchange for a job offer or suspect such activity, please report this immediately to our Security Department, Investigation Unit, by calling +255 28 216 01 40 Ext 1559 (rates apply) or use our whistle-blowing channels by sending an SMS to +27 73 573 8075 (SMS rates apply) or emailing speakupAGA@ethics-line.com or use the internet at www.tip-offs.com