Technician, Electrical - Light Vehicle

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:

OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE

The Technician, Electrical - Light Vehicle reports to the Workshop Supervisor – Light Mobile Equipment and is accountable for executing planned and ad hoc maintenance, servicing and repair work on Lifting equipment and ancillaries in a safe and compliant manner as instructed and tasked.   The work is to be executed in accordance with detailed tasking in accordance with applicable Government of Ghana and AGAG safety and environmental requirements.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Execute preventive and ad-hoc maintenance, servicing and repair work on Lifting equipment and ancillaries as tasked in accordance with all relevant regulations from Government of Ghana and AGAG
• Execute daily pre-start checks of equipment/tools in and prior leaving workshop, should this be required. Escalate and report anomalies to Supervisor
• Assess all equipment required for completion of the tasked work create checklist and transport all tools necessary for task completion required
• Recognize any vehicle or equipment anomalies that would indicate requirements for maintenance, report and escalate to Supervisor.
• Provide data and information to support the Maintenance Planner close out work orders in SAP on completion of the tasked activities.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Education & Qualification

• Secondary/Technical education level
• Certificate of successful completion of respected auto-electrical trade apprenticeship (example: City and Guilds).
• Mincom Certification
• National Vocational Trade Institute (NVTI) Grade 1
• Driving operating skills with valid driving/ operation license.

Experience

• Three (3) years of experience of post-apprenticeship work in an Auto Electrician trade.
• Familiarity with the Ghana Minerals and Mining (Health Safety and Technical) Regulation.
• Might have worked in an underground Environment

Knowledge & Skills

• Fully literate and numerate
• Fully competent in mechanical trade
• Knowledge in crane safe operation.

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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