Posted on :
29 Nov, 2016
29 Nov, 2016
Golden Star (Wassa) Limited,a subsidiary of Golden Star Resources (GSR), with Head Office in Toronto, Canada, is a gold mining company situated at Akyempim in the Mpohor Wassa East District of the Western Region. A vacancy exists at the Underground Department for the position of
Job Description
Job Title: Jumbo Operator
Job Summary and Key Responsibility
• Reporting to the Shift Boss, the candidate shall operate Jumbo drilling rigs for mine development and install ground support according to quality specifications, safely and efficiently.
• Also responsible for minimization of secondary breakage and over break and correct installation of ground support systems in accordance with geo-technical plans.
Specific Duties
The successful candidate shall be responsible for:
• Mark up faces in accordance with geological statutory and survey specification
• Drilling of blast holes required for safe and efficient underground development to proceed
• Install all ground support and drill cable bolt hole, decline etc
• Work without supervision to complete technical activities for the department and ensure accurate and timely completion of activities
• Work with maintenance personnel on scheduled service days to ensure all faults and defects are highlighted and where possible rectified
• Take appropriate actions in the case of an emergency
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to, safety, confidentiality and environmental policies
• Report any environmental incidents as soon as possible and assist as directed in all clean up and containment activities
• Ensure that health and safety policies and procedures are strictly adhered to at all sides
• Respond to complex technical problems, making decisions that are guided by policies
• Prioritise and schedule work that is requested by the department
Qualification Required & Experience
• Technical education from a recognized institution or its equivalent
• 5 to 8 years of working experience as a Jumbo Operator.
• Excellent knowledge and experience with Sandvik Axera Twin boom jumbos
• A Ghanaian currently employed in an underground operation
• Ability to read and understand designed ground support plans
• Basic electrical and mechanical knowledge of Jumbo rigs
• Ability to learn quickly and communicate effectively
• Ability to work with others in a multicultural environment
• Good analytical and organisational skills
• A valid Ghanaian Driving license (C and E)
Remuneration: This position goes with a very attractive salary package and other fringe benefits
Location: Western Region
How To Apply For The Job
Interested applicants should submit their applications with CVs, photocopies of certificates and other relevant documents, email addresses and other phone numbers to:
Or the address below:
The HR & Administration Manager
Golden Star (Wassa) Limited
PMB, Tarkwa
Closing Date: 12 December, 2016