Gold Fields Ghana Recruitment 2012 (4 Positions)

Abosso Goldfields Ltd, a subsidiary of Gold Fields Limited. Located in a tropical climate, the Damang Gold Mine is a world-class operation,consisting of 25 Mtpa open pit-mining operations and a 5.2 Mtpa CIL metallurgical plant. The mine is situated in the Western Region of Ghana and is ISO 14001 and OHSAS18001 certificated. It has a current Life of Mine expectency to the year 2019 and beyond.

1. Plant Supervisor

Job Description

Purpose of the Job:
Gold Fields Ghana, Tarkwa Mine is seeking to engage the services of a Plant Supervisor to assist in ensuring that management systems, processes, and policies are in place to keep the plant running at maximum recovery. The incumbent will also liaise with other units within the department to improve plant efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure that acceptable systems, practices, methods and procedures are maintained
Maintain the highest standards in terms of safety (OSHAS 18001) and environmental management (ISO 14001) as well as ensure compliance with the ICMI code
Application of knowledge based experiences to achieve work place targets
Co-ordinate and supervise activities of staff within the shift Carry out formal and informal coaching of assigned subordinates
Ensure that staff within the shift exhibit adherence to acceptable working standards
Execution of both daily routine and non-routine work according to policies and procedures within prescribed guidelines
Use proactive approach and good judgment to overcome obstacles during shift
Supervise good house keeping
Suggest ways to improve performance; safety and production

An attractive package is available to the right applicant

Required Skills or Experience

A tertiary qualification in Metallurgical Engineering/Mineral Engineering
At least 5 years experience as a supervisory in a Metallurgical Plant
Proficiency in the application of Microsoft Office Suite
Good supervisory skills as well as the ability to work on the job without supervision
Strong analytical, interpersonal and organizational skills
Hazard identification and risk assessment skills
Understanding of good metallurgical practices
Knowledge of relevant legislation, mine standards and codes of practice
Excellent verbal and written English communication skill and the ability to interact with people of diverse cultures and levels
Demonstrable understanding of plant and chemical safety
Medical fitness for the position and environment
A valid and current light duty vehicle license and proficiency in driving light vehicles

2. Shift Supervisor – CIL Treatment

Job Description

Purpose of the Job:
Gold Fields Ghana is seeking to engage the services of an experienced individual to take responsibility for the day to day operation of the treatment section of the CIL plant. The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring stable CIL operation and optimal carbon management through good coordination with engineering personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure that clear performance standards are set and maintained for the section in line with the company’s targets
Daily operation of the treatment section of the CIL Plant which includes the CIL tanks, elution and water services
Control area of operation in accordance with operating procedures
Monitor and ensure that technical operating targets are achieved
Ensure required reagent addition rates are used as determined by the technical metallurgical team
Ensure compliance with the ICMI code in the treatment section of the plan as well as maintaining the highest standards in terms of safety (OSHAS 18001) and environmental management (ISO 14001)
Report to general plant supervisors on ways of improving performance; safety, production and other areas of concern
Ensure good house keeping

An attractive package is available to the right applicant

Required Skills or Experience

A tertiary qualification in Metallurgical Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution
Minimum of two (2) years relevant CIL gold plant experience in a supervisory capacity
Good working knowledge of the ICMI code and its implementation
Experience in implementing OSHAS 18001 as well as ISO 14001 management codes
Well developed oral and written communication skills in English
Good knowledge in the application of Microsoft Office Suite
Be a team player with good interpersonal and organisational skills
Medical fitness for the position and environment
A valid and current light duty vehicle license and proficiency in driving light vehicles

3. SAP Super User – Materials Management/Workflow

Purpose of the Job:
Gold Fields Ghana is seeking to employ an experienced and self motivated SAP Super User who will apply acquired knowledge and experience to provide the SAP Business Process Owners and SAP End-users with timeous and relevant assistance in order to ensure appropriate and productive use of the business processes in SAP Material Management. The successful applicant will also be responsible for coordinating continuous improvement of relevant business processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide all the Ghana SAP end Users with appropriate SAP support and assistance in order to optimize usage of the business application
Ensuring continuous business improvement as per customer requirements, that is relevant Business Process Owners (Regional Manager – Supply Chain, Unit manager Supply Chain)
Standardization, updating and management of relevant master data
Ensure end user queries are appropriately addressed and rectified
Assist SAP Business Process Owners with process improvement
Assist with new reporting requirements and SAP Projects
Assist with the roll-out of SAP to other group companies
Monitor correct application of SAP business processes
Ensure that business process policies are adhered to
Organise training sessions for users based on training needs analysis
Development of required training material needed to train users
Assist with new SAP projects

An attractive package is available to the right applicant

Required Skills or Experience

Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management and/or a Business field relevant to the position
Minimum of 1 year relevant SAP experience
Around 5 years business process experience in a related area
Experience in working with computer application used in Material Management
Excellent verbal and written English communication skill and the ability to interact with people of diverse cultures and levels
Strong interpersonal, negotiation and organizational skills
Be self-reliant, self-driven and results oriented
Analytical and be able to pay attention to detail
Capable of prioritizing and managing his/her time and work load effectively
Proficiency in the application of Microsoft Office Suite with Advanced Excel skills
Must be customer orientated and a team player
Good Business Acumen
Be willing and able to travel between operations whenever necessary
Medical fitness for the position and environment
A valid and current light duty vehicle license and proficiency in driving light vehicles

It will be advantageous if applicant has:

A related post-graduate qualification and/or professional qualification
Functional experience in the mining industry

4. Mining Engineer – (C3)

Job Description

Purpose of the Job:
Gold Fields Ghana is seeking to employ qualified Mining Engineers for its operations in Tarkwa. Successful applicants will be required to work in an Open Pit Mining Environment for production optimisation according to policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Determines and monitors which material goes into which plant/crusher/waste dumps
Ensures that whatever is planned for the short term enhances performance
Ensures effective dust suppression on haul roads in the pits
Controlling pits by ensuring that mining is done to specification/plan/design
Ensures that plans are communicated and understood by relevant parties
Maintain a culture of Continuous Improvement
Ensures the achievement of qualitative and quantitative outputs through the efficient utilization of available resources
Apply knowledge and experience to solve problems during the shift
Maintain a safe and friendly working environment
Initiate cost saving practices and productivity improvement of specially assigned projects

An attractive package is available to the right applicant

Required Skills or Experience

BSc (Hons) or Diploma in Mining Engineering
Demonstrable understanding of open pit mining operations
Supervisory skills and ability to lead and motivate a team
Computer literacy and experience in the use of mining software programmes
Well developed oral and written communication skills (English proficiency)
Medical fitness for the position and environment
A hands-on approach and be willing to work long hours to obtain the required results
Valid Ghanaian driver’s license

How To Apply

Interested parties should submit their curriculum vitae to:

Daniel W. Wilson – Human Resources Officer
Tarkwa Gold Mine
P. O. Box 26
Tarkwa, Ghana

Or by email: [email protected]
Company details can be found at: http://www.goldfields.co.za

Note: “Gold Fields will only respond to applications that meet the necessary qualifications stipulated”

Gold Fields is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment

Safety First – Do not accept second best -Ahwe Yie

Closing date: 07 Feb, 2012

Gold Fields Ghana Recruitment 2012 (4 Positions)

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