Technician 1 - Survey (OP)

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. AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) has operations in more than ten countries across four continents. Geita Gold Mining Limited (GGML) 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:

Position:                                       Technician I - Survey (OP)

Contract type & Duration:             Unspecified Time Contract

Department:                                  Engineering

               Reporting to:                                 Superintendent 2 – Survey (OP)

Number of Positions:                     One (1)

GGML is an equal opportunity employer.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

To assist Survey Technician III and II in carry out survey field work includes operate survey equipment, hold a survey staff, spray the mark at the staked survey point and place/hit the survey pegs in the ground, send the survey light vehicles (LVs) to the workshop for the scheduled maintenance and service or in case of the breakdown as well as general housekeeping of the survey equipment, stores and vehicles.

            QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certificate or Diploma in Geomatics or Land Surveying from recognized institutions.
• The incumbent must have a valid Tanzania driving license.

EXPERIENCE:

• The incumbent must have at least (3) years working experiences in mining industry or engineering projects.

            MAIN OR KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Be pro-active in all aspects of operational safety and encourage teamwork within the department.
• Operate GPS (RTK) and or total station (Jigger) and or hold a survey staff/rod during survey of mined area for the preparation of as-built mine/pit drawings.
• Operate GPS (RTK) and or total station (Jigger) and or hold a survey staff/rod for the regular pit survey to enable month end survey processes.
• Operate GPS (RTK) and or total station (Jigger) and or hold a survey staff/rod for the regular stockpiles surveys to enable accurate stockpile volumes to be calculated at the end of each month.
• Operate GPS (RTK) and or total station (Jigger) and or hold a survey staff/rod for setting out pit and mining limits, batter pegs and any other surveys to guide mining to excavate to the design.
• Operate GPS (RTK) and or total station (Jigger) and or hold a survey staff/rod during staked-out of drill and blast collars patterns and survey of the charged holes prior to blast.
• Operate GPS (RTK) and or total station (Jigger) and or hold a survey staff/rod for setting out and survey of all grade control drill holes, ripline, phase sampling and exploration drill holes as required.
• Place a mark (with colored spray paint) and hammer the pegs at marked points and write the design information on top of the pegs then tie up the colored flagging tapes for the visibility and classification.
• Perform transfer of the set-out files to the survey control unit/controller for marking on the ground as well as transfer of the field raw data to the computer for the further survey processes.
• Best operating practices in handling, keeping and maintain of surveying equipment and light vehicles (LVs).
• Perform transfer of the set-out files to the survey control unit/controller for marking on the ground as well as transfer of the field raw data to the computer for the further survey processes.
• Place a mark (with color spray paint) and hammer the pegs at marked points and write the design information on top of the pegs then tie up the color flagging tapes for the visibility and classification.
• Operate CALS to survey/scan old underground mine workings (voids) through a borehole to update the void model and plans for safe mining practices.
• Operate Quarryman laser scanner to capture points clouds data from inaccessible areas like undercut mine bench in the pit, stockpiles etc.
• Actively participates in safety and work-related training.
• Actively participate in work related training including coaching of new survey employees, students and assistants in the methods, techniques and procedures of Surveying and all affiliated Mining requirements.
• Act in the position of Survey Technician II (OP) when required.
• Perform daily pre-start check and send the vehicles to the workshop for the scheduled maintenance and service or in case of the breakdown.
• Perform cleanness of the survey LVs, Instruments, and stores in regular manner.
• Collect the PPEs, survey field consumables and tools from the warehouse when required.

            ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Good communication skills.
• Computer literate.
• Demonstrate good commitment to deliver.

            MODE OF APPLICATION:

• Please apply by clicking APPLY 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 “Senior Manager Human Resources", Geita Gold Mining Ltd”. Subject should be “Technician I - Survey (OP).”
• 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 17th October 2024 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