Posted on :
14 Nov, 2011
Newmont Ghana Careers (6 Vacancies) November
Newmont Ghana Gold Limited a subsidiary of Newmont Mining Corporation, one of the World’s largest gold mining companies.
1. Construction Superintendent (Civil) – Ahafo Mine
The successful candidate will report to the Operations Services Manager. She/he will develop and execute minor capital projects to support the Ahafo Operations department.
Essential Duties:
- Coordinate, plan and schedule construction project activities
- Develop and prepare the business cases for projects, including the formal written requests for capital funding through AFE
- Perform field engineering and construction management functions
- Develop proposal documentation for engineering and construction bidding purposes and support contract administration processes for Civil works
- Manage internal and external project relations
The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
Required Skills or Experience
- A degree in Civil Engineering, or related field, with a minimum of 10 years of working experience in the engineering and construction field, preferably in the mining and minerals processing industry
- Project management, project engineering and construction experience is required
- Experience in tailing dam construction is a plus
- Proven capability to manage multiple projects concurrently
- Good interpersonal and communications skills
- Proficiency with MS Project or Primavera and AutoCAD
2. Auxiliary Equipment Mechanic – Ahafo Mine
The successful candidate will report to the Support Equipment Maintenance Supervisor. She/he will be responsible for providing service and mechanical maintenance for the Auxiliary Equipment Fleet.
Essential Duties:
- Provide service and mechanical maintenance for the Auxiliary Equipment Fleet
- Recommend corrective maintenance, including diagnostics, troubleshooting and the implementation of associated maintenance and repair processes
- Open and close work orders, including all relevant information related to the job performed
- Effectively operate 2-way radio, telephones and other communication devices
The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
Required Skills or Experience
- Formal technical training with three years working experience
- Six years’ working experience on similar duties
- Advanced knowledge experience in hydraulic systems maintenance, including hydraulic schematics, diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Basic knowledge in automotive electrical diagnostics and troubleshooting
- Self-driven and a good team player
3. Regional Manager, Change Capability – Ahafo Mine
The successful candidate will report to the Regional Manager, Organizational Effectiveness She/he will be responsible for improving the organizational effectiveness and employee engagement globally through targeted strategies and interventions.
Essential Duties:
- Provide project leadership in the area of change management
- Accountable for the development and execution of change management plans
- Develop and implement change management plan/tactics to engage stakeholders at all levels to share a common vision
- Work with Change Leads to define and implement change management and communications activities, messages
- Provide guidance and ensure consistency of client group’s messaging globally
The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
Required Skills or Experience
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- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of work experience
- Minimum of 8-10 years of work experience, preferably in the extractive industry and direct change management experience
- Proven experience leading global and decentralized organizations to usher in significant culture change
- Certification and experience using multiple change management methodologies
- High level of energy, sense of urgency, and passion for building personal and organizational change capability
4. Community Development Officer, Health – Ahafo Mine
The successful candidate will report to the Community Development Superintendent-Health. She/he will assist with the coordination of all health interventions at the workplace and in the near mine communities, employees and other stakeholders.
Essential Duties:
- Educate and counsel employees and contractors on STIs/HIV/AIDS/TB/Malaria as well as promote employee well being
- Educate employees and contractors about proper use of condoms/bed net use according to a scheduled program and informal discussions
- Support the planning and training of workplace and community based volunteers
- Collect, input and analyze data from Peer Educators/Community Based agents’ activity
- Liaise with the Learning and Development department to conduct inductions and safety meetings on STIs/HIV/AIDS
The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
Required Skills or Experience
- A degree in Nursing/Public Health or in the Social Science with 5 years post qualification experience
- Good counseling, analytical, communication, community relations skills
- Extensive experience in dealing with people in a cross-cultural environment
- Ability to be empathetic to sensitive community issues
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, a must
- Must be fluent in Twi and English and have a good understanding of local culture
5. Drill Supervisor – Akyem Project
The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising all drilling programs at various stages of exploration, as well as different drilling equipment and drilling types.
Essential Duties:
- Supervise the construction of adequate safe drill access and pads
- Maintain adequate tracking system for drill meters and drill additives,
- Check and coordinate with supervisor to monitor invoice and payments and keep track of drilling expenses in line with approved budgets
- Prepare comprehensive report for Senior Management
- Ensure completed drill sites are rehabilitated in good time
The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
Required Skills or Experience
- A Bachelor’s degree in the Physical Sciences or related field, with knowledge of drilling principles, drill meterage and invoice payment tracking methods
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years of industry experience in a mining or exploration environment
- Ability to operate a phone and radio with sufficient voice and hearing to carry on a conversation
- Ability to lift and carry up to lbs of equipment for distances up to five (5) miles (8 kilometers)
6. Project Exploration Geologist – Akyem Project
The successful candidate will supervise and perform moderate, complex geology, geophysical and geochemistry duties related to specific phases of larger projects.
Essential Duties:
- Prepare comprehensive reports for review by senior management, joint venture partners and regulatory agencies
- Participate in exploration, development, and mine geology property reviews and acquisitions
- Gather, compile and analyze production, development and/or exploration data and results
- Design geochemical surveys to address exploration questions, including provisions for staffing, equipment, andquality control
- Analyze and interpret geochemical data resulting in report
The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
Required Skills or Experience
- A Bachelor’s degree in Geosciences or related field with knowledge of geological principles
- Must have 3 to 5 years of industry experience in a mining or exploration environment
- Ability to drive with a valid driving license
- Able to hold/operate a phone and radio with sufficient voice and hearing to carry on a conversation
How To Apply
If you would like to be considered for this position, please send your application letter and current CV with references, indicating your e-mail address, telephone contact information to the address below:
Or email to: [email protected]Please indicate the job applied for on the envelope and in the subject line of the email. Applying through email is preferable.
The Human Resources Manager
Newmont Golden Ridge Limited
P. O. Box 251
Nkawkaw
Newmont Golden Ridge Limited
P. O. Box 251
Nkawkaw
Or email to: [email protected]Please indicate the job applied for on the envelope and in the subject line of the email. Applying through email is preferable.
Closing: 30 Nov, 2011
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