Supervisor, CIC - UG

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OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

• The Supervisor, CIC-GCS UG is accountable for the monitoring and control of output of the Underground CIC operations and maintenance team to standard through the application of operational policies, standards, processes and procedures to maximise plant availability in a sustainable cost-effective manner and minimise operational risks in order to meet the business strategic objective.
• The role is accountable for ensuring the CIC UG refurbishment and later maintenance team delivers safe, productive and efficient operational output, and for coordinating and controlling the refurbishment and maintenance of CIC aspects of the GCS Underground so equipment is maintained to original equipment manufacturer standards and handed over fit for purpose for safe and efficient use.
• The role holder monitors team performance against key performance indicators and provides informative and timely reports to management on the performance and status of the maintenance department.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensure compliance with safety leading indicators and work according to total quality management principles, zero defect objectives and safety requirements.
• 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.
• Use the working elements of the Safety Management System, including inspections, audits and JHA, and ensure compliance individually and across the team.
• Assist with timely investigation of injuries, illness and incidents and develop action plans to prevent recurrence.
• Carry out Planned Task Observations, Major Hazard Standards implementation, positive and hazard observation reporting, and workplace visits and inspections.
• Adhere to the site Environmental Management Plan and implement maintenance and operational activities in accordance with Government of Ghana conditions of approvals and the site Aspect Register related to the section.
• Coordinate the review of the Aspect Register related to the section.
• Gather information for the CIC Supt. Surface & UG for reporting performance.
• Manage team members in line with AGA How we Work guidelines to improve productivity.
• Prepare training and development plans for approval through the Engineering Superintendent Surface E&I and execute approved plans.
• Provide guidance to subordinates in leadership techniques to achieve maximum performance.
• Set CIC requirements within supervisors' skills matrices and initiate corrective action where skill deficiencies are identified and escalated.
• Support the CIC Supt. Surface & UG on all CIC works and training activities.
• Conduct periodic audits of all CIC underground infrastructure during refurbishment and maintenance.
• Review refurbishment and later maintenance activities of CIC GCS UG aspects to identify actions for continuous improvement.
• Assist in developing condition monitoring routes and checks for CIC infrastructure equipment.
• Execute refurbishment and later maintenance work checks on a routine scheduled basis.
• Monitor the general physical condition of CIC assets and report on asset status.
• Monitor and ensure preventive and corrective actions are implemented as necessary.
• Generate work requests in SAP for refurbishment and maintenance planning and scheduling.
• Actively participate in maintenance review programmes and Root Cause Failure Analysis processes for CIC equipment.
• Assist with compilation and updating of SOPs based on new CIC control and network systems for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all CIC personnel in GCS are trained in new or updated SOPs.
• Coordinate and ensure effective implementation of the provisions in LI2182 relating to control, instrumentation and communication.
• Carry out simulations on alterations and additions of relevant CIC equipment and approve same before installation.
• Monitor and ensure adequate training sessions are organised with the Engineering Training Coordinator to address identified gaps in CIC work carried out by the GCS underground maintenance team.
• Ensure training is compliant, supports operational requirements of the CIC team and is delivered at optimum cost.
• Provide on the job training for CIC employees in control, communication and network systems and installations in GCS UG areas.
• Ensure OEM and vendor training is carried out for the site operational team for all new or refurbished installations as part of the Redevelopment Project.
• Coordinate with the Training section to provide technical training both internal and external.
• Identify, communicate and implement potential cost reduction initiatives and propose cost saving projects.
• Communicate relevant financial detail to direct reports at the appropriate level to support understanding of budget obligations and goals.
• Execute work in a timely manner and maintain optimised CIC operation of GCS UG facilities and infrastructure within the approved schedule, achieving monitoring of critical intermediate milestones.
• Monitor equipment performance on the asset health system and take proactive measures to address symptoms of potential failure.
• Report directly to the CIC Supt. Surface & UG on issues and identify and execute improvement projects.
• Exercise authority to stop any unsafe work, issue safety-related instructions, initiate action against unsafe behaviour, and stop equipment that presents high risk or is unsafe to use.
• Initiate troubleshooting requirements for CIC faults and make recommendations for system improvement.
• Execute routine work checks including visual checks, vibration data collection, infrared data collection, ultrasonic data collection, motor current and flux data collection, and simple NDT data collection.
• Analyse and trend predictive maintenance data to determine plant condition and report findings for action.
• Gather vibration and other condition data to diagnose and troubleshoot rotating machinery problems.
• Develop shift plans, ensure safe workplace conditions, and allocate skills, materials, tools and services efficiently.
• Assign tasks to team members, communicate daily plans, conduct effective shift handovers, and provide job clarity and skill requirements, especially for urgent work.
• Execute and adjust the daily plan to meet targets, approve work orders, close out work packages, and report shift performance against the daily plan.
• Communicate non-conformance of the plan to the CIC Supt. Surface & UG and provide feedback on work executed with recommendations for improvement.
• Generate job cards for additional work.
• Provide input and support to establishing and maintaining WBS, budget, schedule and construction work packs for refurbishment activities.
• Respond to RFI and Technical Query processes and review and approve appropriate technical and non-technical documentation.
• Review and input into relevant plans such as health, safety, quality and commissioning.
• Work with the planning team to create and update BOM for standard jobs, PM sheets, parts lists, long term materials planning, work packages and backlog.
• Attend the Maintenance Pre-Scheduling Meeting and provide input to the draft schedule using the action log from the crew schedule review.
• Comply with relevant legislation, applicable codes, best practice, industry and AGAG standards, AGAG quality systems, policies, procedures and processes, and internal project requirements.
• Attend key review meetings, engineering and production meetings, and maintain a regular SAP asset maintenance management system operational readiness interface and handover meeting.
• Develop and set up a mine reporting system for communication to the CIC Supt. Surface & UG based on data validity and relevance to specific roles.
• Participate in formal cost and schedule reviews to support accurate and timely reporting.
• Coordinate refurbishment work with contractor time plans and escalate real or potential delays.
• Participate in internal and external construction audits as required and develop a CIC audit plan for GCS CIC aspects.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory audits and inspections at all times.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve cost, schedule, quality and safety outcomes in engineering and mining activities related to CIC GCS UG aspects.
• Provide technical CIC input into the development of commissioning plans.
• Plan refurbishment and construction labour and resources in the area of accountability to support the commissioning process.
• Inspect refurbishment works to ensure delivery in accordance with applicable designs, specifications and expectations.
• Oversee refurbishment witness inspections and testing regimes to ensure quality and performance are in line with obligations and expectations.
• Proactively identify and manage change to avoid potential cost, schedule and quality issues.
• Agree and define all change management for the Controls, Instrumentation and Communication unit in GCS UG of the Engineering Department.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering in Electrical, Electronics or Computer with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in engineering, or
• Diploma in Engineering in Electrical, Electronics or Computer per Reg. 51 and 54 LI2182 with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or
• Technician Part III Certificate with 5 years of experience in engineering operations.
• Sectional Engineer or Inspecting Engineer Certificate of Competence from the Inspectorate Division of the Mineral Commission.
• Must be a professionally certified engineer with a recognised certification body.

Experience

• Experience as a CIC maintenance professional, preferably in the extractive industry.
• Experience in management of Maintenance and Repair Contracts.
• Experience in project management.
• Knowledge and practical experience in the SAP PM module.
• Experience in radio and telephone communication installations and troubleshooting.
• Experience in contractor management.
• Experience in maintenance competencies in fixed plants.

Knowledge & Skills

• Proven competencies in controls, instrumentation and communication in a mining environment.
• Working knowledge in process automation, operation and installations.
• Strong QC and QA competencies.
• Sound project management skills.
• Commercially astute and able to work effectively with third parties.
• Legally astute with respect to project delivery and maintenance systems.
• Ability to make sound and timely decisions by quickly assembling facts and developing action priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to take a whole of mine view to business operation and optimisation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel from technical to management to executive.
• Proven ability to organise and prioritise tasks and work under pressure to achieve set deadlines.
• Ability to delegate tasks appropriately and assign workers to oversee project areas.
• Ability to evaluate progression and adherence to deadlines on a routine basis.
• Ability to re-prioritise planned activities and tasks.
• Hands-on approach and willingness to work long hours to obtain required results.
• Ability to meet diverse engineering challenges within the broad scope of the engineering field pertaining to production orientated activities.
• Ability to build and sustain a capable team of direct reports.
• Ability to continuously improve team processes used in delivering outputs.
• Ability to model work behaviours consistent with company values.
• Proven ability to initiate and drive construction projects through the project life cycle.
• Ability to support and motivate the construction and operations team to deliver project and operational goals.
• Ability to find innovative solutions through creative thinking and problem solving.
• Ability to create an environment of teamwork and willingness to help coworkers.
• Ability to work with different kinds of people.
• Strong organisational skills to manage workers, schedules and budgets simultaneously.
• Demonstrate behaviours consistent with AngloGold Ashanti values of Safety, Respect, Integrity, Sustainability, Excellence and Collaboration. 

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Local Benefits

• AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.  

• Medical insurance, employee assistance programmes, and wellbeing initiatives.  

• Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.  

• Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays in line with company policy.  

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value inclusion, diversity and equity in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and fairness. Employment decisions are based on qualification, merit, business needs and role requirements.