Posted on :
26 Oct, 2016
26 Oct, 2016
Asanko Gold Ghana Limited Ghana Ltd. (“A G G L”) is a fully – owned subsidiary of Asanko Gold Inc., a company which has built the Asanko Gold Mine, Ghana’s newest gold mine. The vision of Asanko is to become a mid – tier gold mining company that maximizes value for all stakeholders.
AGGL is seeking to employ a suitable qualified person to fill the role below. This is a permanent position with a competitive work roster. Remuneration package includes attractive salary and performance based incentive payments.
This is a challenging and professionally rewarding opportunity that will allow the successful candidate to demonstrate his/her abilities.
Job Description
Job Title: Unit Manager – Mineral Resources
Key Responsibilities:
• Contribute to the achievement of high standards of performance by the Company in the management of safety, health and the environment, particularly within the position’s discipline.
• Create/build geological and mineral resource models by employing computer based resource evaluation techniques for geological, drilling and all mine planning;
• Ensure geological model is continuously updated, through the integration of all mine and exploration geological data;
• Oversee and sign off the geological and grade control models that are supplied to Mine Planning;
• Administer, train and ensures that all corporate governance in regard to budgeting, administration, human resources, standards, SHE within the discipline are in place and maintained at all levels;
• Ensure internal and external audits are carried out on all geological activities and that the recommendations of the audit are acted upon;
• Reconcile the Mine Geology unit’s budgets and prepare monthly and quarterly reports including the unit’s SHE reports as per company’s reporting standards;
• Oversee the management of all mine related evaluation QAQC data and interpretation;
• Manage annual independent audits of the Mineral Resource models and estimates;
• Manage and undertake the annual Mineral Resource disclosure, including coordination of the p reparation of the competent persons report for the Business Unit and signs off the Mineral Resources portion of the report;
• Prepare, with assistance from the Unit Manager Grade Control, the Business Unit Plan for the Mine Geology Unit to fit into the over all framework of agreed corporate objectives;
• Provide updated geological models for cross section plotting and interpretation, and revised mineral resource and mineral reserve estimations
• Monitor technical and operational developments, including computing applications and standards in all geological activities, both locally, nationally and internationally, to ensure that Asanko Gold is at the forefront of knowledge and is able to take full advantage of appropriate improvements;
• Conduct performance evaluation and appraisal for staff in the discipline where appropriate;
Qualification Required & Experience
• Minimum of Degree in Geology or Geological Engineering;
• Member of Ghana Institute of Geo-scientist;
• A minimum of 8 years experience in similar role in the mining industry preferably in large open pits operations;
• Must be conversant with the Mining Act and related regulations of the Republic of Ghana, and be
able to interpret and apply these laws and regulations;
• Familiar with modern geological and mineral resource technologies and practices;
• Excellent computer skills in geological and mining software;
• Leadership experience and a strong desire to coach and develop others;
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills;
• Leadership experience and a strong desire to coach and develop others;
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to interact with people of diverse cultures;
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills;
• Must possess a valid Ghanaian driving license and have the ability to drive in rough terrain;
• Ability to work under pressure.
Selection Process
Eligible candidates will be selected after the interview process and evaluated for suitability in terms of behavioral characteristics, organisational fit, capability to work with the relevant complexity of work and ability to establish and maintain a positive and engaging culture with all stakeholders.
Location: Ghana
How To Apply For The Job
When applying, please follow the guidelines below to maximize the success of your application:
• Please put the job title you are applying for in the email subject line
• Include an introductory paragraph in your covering letter explaining why you believe you are suited to the role you are applying for
• Limit your CV to 4 pages
• Your CV must include demographic detail, qualifications, work experience and a minimum of two referees
• List your most recent positions first
• Include copies of relevant, original certificates and academic records
Applications, together with detailed curriculum vitae and proof of qualifications, should be submitted by the deadline date to:
Unit Manager – HR Administration,
Asanko Gold Ghana Limited
No. 4, Sir ArkuKorsah Road,
Airport Residential Area,
P. O. Box CT 6153,
Accra-Ghana.
Or email:
Closing Date: 31 October, 2016