Backfill Superintendent

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 purpose of the role is to manage and co-ordinate the backfill requirements for the mine in line with the established Mine plan.

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
• Investigate all environmental incidents in assigned work areas and prepare reports with recommendations for the Departmental Manager for onward submission to the Environmental Manager or his representative
• Develop the Backfill Engineering team recruitment specifically driving the localisation aims of the mine.
• Map key internal stakeholder relationships and value with relevant management routines (communication, touchpoints, key meetings).
• Provide unequivocal Backfill Engineering planning data to enable the quarterly updates of the rolling 18-month plan to be produced on time.
• Develop the annual Backfill Engineering cost centre budget to achieve the required targets for achieving annual, medium term and LoM business plans
• Deliver the work of the Backfill Engineering function within approved budget targets and specified timeframes, costs and related KPIs
• Recommend and optimise the approach for conducting specialist projects and research in the Backfill Engineering process and procedures
• Establish a network of targeted stakeholder relationships to socialises initiatives and enhancements
• Report on the development and progress of initiatives and enhancements of the Backfill Engineering function, to include outputs and befits obtained.
• Describe the specific problems and constraints to be managed within the Backfill Engineering function
• Present solutions to specific problems with defined resolution methodologies and resources to deliver improved performance in processes and procedures
• Monitor and report on the outcomes and standards of work from direct reports or field personnel and contractors
• Quarterly Reports which identify areas where Backfill Engineering may contribute an increase in enhanced methods which will bring improved efficiencies
• Optimise procedures within existing functional processes through the application of problem identification and resolution methodologies
• Establish and maintain consistent team performance and relationships within the function and cross-functionally within the department
• Develop and maintain constructive relationships with Internal Stakeholders (Corporate, Group Planning & Technical, sister mines, etc.) and external Stakeholders (Regulatory Agencies and Authorities, Minerals Commission) to establish existing and changing societal and regulatory expectations and requirements.

QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Qualification

• BSc. Mining / Civil Engineering Degree or equivalent

Experience

• Five (5)  to eight (8) years' operational experience within an underground mining environment of which at least three (3) years is paste fill systems based.
• Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of fundamental underground backfill mechanics;
• Proficient in the use of Mining Software;
• Proficient in the management and control of underground backfill operations across a range of fill types

Technical Competencies

• Understand the mining processes and actively contributes in part to delivery of the expected outcome / service the mining processes deliver.
• Has demonstrated the ability to apply technical skills and/or delivery of a service within one or more of the mining processes with minimal supervision.
• Directly responsible for delivering a production aspect of the plan.
• Understand good underground production practices, management, support systems, and how each should interact to deliver targeted performance.

Other Competencies

• Managing oneself - taking ownership of one’s personal development.
• Building effective working relationships - the ability to build and maintain effective collateral and cross functional working relationship;
• Building trust & accountability – displaying high levels of integrity and honesty;
• Maximizing performance & achievement of results – solving problems and analyzing issues, driving for results.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested applicants should review the requirements and upload the necessary documents to apply for the job.

Female applicants who meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to apply.

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