Mechanical Technician-Shaft Maintenance

AngloGold Ashanti (“AGA”), a leading global mining company, boasts a vibrant and inviting culture that beckons new individuals to join its ranks. Embracing diversity and inclusion, the company fosters an environment where every employee is valued and celebrated for their unique perspectives and contributions. Collaboration and teamwork are at the core of their culture, promoting a sense of unity and shared goals amongst employees. Additionally, AngloGold Ashanti prioritizes employee growth and development, offering ample opportunities for career advancement and professional enrichment. 

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 per the details below:

ROLE PURPOSE

The Mechanical Technician (Shaft) – Underground Mine Infrastructure reports to the Mechanical Supervisor – Shaft Infrastructure and is accountable for general mechanical maintenance and repair of mine infrastructure and Shaft Infrastructure, Shaft statutory inspection, ore transport equipment and materials movers in a safe and compliant (primarily with LI2182) manner as instructed during refurbishment, later maintenance, of the Shaft Infrastructure.

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.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assess risks for all tasks and ensure they are controlled before and during task execution.
• Report all incidents and ensure they have been investigated and corrective actions completed on time.
• Act on all corrective actions assigned to you or under your jurisdiction and ensure timely completion.
• Adhere to site’s Environmental Management Plan
• Comply with AGAG Environmental Management, compliance and other legal requirements.
• Take action to prevent environmental pollution
• Comply and follow the operating procedures and environmental rules for the performance of the assigned job.
• Correct, or report to their supervisor, any observed environmental deviations, practices and conditions as well make suggestions to improve any aspect of environmental management.

• Conduct Daily, Weekly, monthly Shaft Statutory inspections and Maintenance in accordance with AGA Standard
• The work is to be executed in accordance with detailed tasking with applicable Government of Ghana and AGAG safety and environmental requirements.
• Perform Slinging of materials in the shaft according to AGA SOP’s and standards
• Execute statutory Inspections of Shafts, Transporting and Slinging of Materials and all Other shaft related Jobs in accordance with and ensuring compliance with LI2182
• Identify actions for continuous improvement and that compliant operability to requirements is ensured
• Organize and report information for the Shaft Supervisor to allow development of condition monitoring routes and checks for infrastructure equipment;
• Execute designated and tasked daily work checks on a routine scheduled basis.
• Report any anomalies to Shaft Supervisor/Shaft Logbook for the generation of work requests in SAP as required for maintenance planning and scheduling
• Carry out daily pre-start and/or shift handover checks and complete check sheets as required according to the established schedules and also per plant requirements.
• Execute daily pre-start checks of equipment/tools prior to leaving workshop. Escalate and report any anomalies
• Assess all equipment required for completion of the tasked work (Slings, Chain Blocks, Wire Ropes etc.), create checklist and transport all tools necessary for task completion
• Complete shift short interval control sheets as required
• Monitor operating parameters in accordance with standards provided and take corrective action as indicated or required

QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES 

Qualification / Experience:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/ Technician Certificate Part I or equivalent with 2 years practical engineering/maintenance experience in the mining industry OR 
• Mechanical Apprenticeship with accredited certificates (City and Guilds, National Vocation Level 1) and has a minimum of 5 years practical maintenance experience
• Working knowledge of LI 2182

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested applicants should view the full advert details on the company’s career page address below and submit applications, with a detailed CV, online via

www.anglogoldashanti.com/company/careers

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